LUXURY PROPERTIES
NEW TUSCAN VILLA—This custom estate sits on two acres and features 5 bedroom suites, 5 fireplaces, a chef's kitchen, wine cellar and multiple common rooms. Stylishly entertain in the outdoor living area that includes a covered loggia, sweeping lawns and gardens and saltwater pool. A 6-car garage plus numerous other amenities make this exceptional estate a must-see! Offered at $6,775,000.
ELEGANCE IN COTO—This stunning home on 6 gorgeous acres offers 5 spacious bedrooms, 6 baths, a family room, sunroom and a gourmet kitchen. It also boasts a state-of-the-art home theater room, bonus room, guest quarters and a 15-car garage. Spectacular grounds include a pond, mature trees and landscape, pool and spa with waterfalls and a pool house. Offered at $13,500,000.
TUSCAN BEAUTY—Stunning custom home sits on nearly two acres and offers 6 bedrooms, 8 baths, a chef's gourmet kitchen, billiards room, two laundry rooms, as well as a family room with built-in entertainment center. Enjoy the pool with spa, a covered pavilion and built-in pizza oven surrounded by the professionally landscaped and meticulously maintained gardens. Offered at $3,950,000.
OCEANFRONT LUXURY!—This richly appointed 3-story home on the sand offers luxurious beach living in 3 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a family room, living room, gourmet kitchen and dining area. Two entertaining decks provide ocean views. This lovely home features amenities such as whole-house sound, granite counters, stone flooring, custom ironwork and an attached 2-car garage. Offered at $3,990,000.
MAGNIFICENT VIEW ESTATE This dream property on more than an acre features 6 bedroom suites, a chef’s dream kitchen and a wood-paneled billiards room. Resortstyle grounds boast a mini golf course, pool and spa and a large outdoor island perfect for entertaining in style. Perfectly appointed with a 4-car garage and a guest apartment, this home has it all! Offered at $2,995,000.
TUSCAN ESTATE—Superbly crafted and sumptuously appointed, this equestrian property on nearly 2 acres offers 2 master suites plus 6 bedroom suites, with 12 total baths. Highly upgraded with exceptional materials, this magnificent home features a gourmet kitchen, sparkling pool and spa, separate pool house and a guest apartment. Magnificent views complete this picture-perfect property. Offered at $7,999,000.
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Smith Mountain Luxury Home
Leslie Becker Smith Mountain Lake Properties, Inc. 540.797.0477 | Fax: 866.507.5289 Leslie@SmithMountainLakeProperties.org www.SmithMountainLakeProperties.org
Looking for that Ferrari-driving, high-tech buyer to operate this home theater, park in the oversized 3-car garage, retreat to one of the resort’s pools or dominate the golf course. Get the image of ordinary luxury homes right out of your mind; instead, imagine when a spa resort offers you a luxury spa home!
eslie Becker is the owner and broker of Smith Mountain Lake Properties, Inc. With a diverse international client base, the firm is anchored on Smith Mountain Lake,Virginia (a resort area located within 30 minutes of Roanoke and Lynchburg) and sells and represents investment properties and luxury homes. Smith Mountain Lake is called “the jewel of the Blue Ridge Mountains” and offers several signature golf courses, equestrian centers and 22,000-plus acres of water to have your sailing regatta or a cigar boat. The 55 miles of shoreline are diverse and rich with everything from luxury homes, vacant land and condos to farms and marinas for investments. Leslie is the only Realtor at the lake who is a member of Luxury Who’s Who 2010/2011 and FIABCI International. Specializing in luxury homes and investments, Leslie continues to set superior sales performance in the multi-million-dollar range and raises the standards in selling your property and representing buyers. We can assist with everything from staging to videos and more for promotion, and luxury accommodations for when you visit the lake.
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Smith Mountain Lake Splendor Rich in architectural detail and superior craftsmanship that imparts French Country Old World appeal, this eloquently appointed estate’s features go beyond your typical experience of luxury homes. From your entrance with hand-carved front doors to the Brazilian mahogany hardwood floors, Jerusalem stone and ancient river bedrock embedded into your granite, these are just a few of the exquisite features offered.
Nicholas H. Fingelly Real Estate, Inc. On the Harbor, 251 Main Street | Southport, CT 06890 At Turkey Hill, 1265 Post Road East | Westport, CT 06880
Nancy M. Dolan
203.454.6700 | nancydolan101@yahoo.com ancy M. Dolan is a multi-million-dollar producer and Director of Luxury Properties for Nicholas H. Fingelly Real Estate, Inc. Commanding the Fairfield, Southport, Westport and Weston markets, Nicholas H. Fingelly Real Estate maintains its elegant offices On the Harbor in Southport and At Turkey Hill in Westport. Nancy’s 32 years of experience and membership in many professional real estate organizations, as well as her appearance in “Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate,” contribute to her success in selling and listing the area’s exquisite waterfront and country properties. “Be considerate, flexible, honest and genuinely caring at all times. Listen and be willing to work hard. The harder I try, the luckier I get! I love what I do!”
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SUNSET MEADOWS Fairfield, Connecticut Circa 1941 Charming and rambling, this Connecticut country house features 4,200 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths on 5-plus rolling acres of sweeping lawns, meadows and gardens. www.seetheproperty.com/65773
This rambling Connecticut country house is sited on 5-plus rolling acres in the Greenfield Hill area of Fairfield. It offers cozy rooms with cypress wood and 5 warming fireplaces. The living room has a beamed, vaulted ceiling and a massive stone fireplace. There is a formal dining room and entry hall with Zuber’s “American Scenes,” a den with a fireplace, a family room, guest bedroom, eat-in kitchen and a paneled library with a fireplace. The master bedroom has a beamed, vaulted ceiling and a fireplace. There are 2 additional bedrooms, a sitting room and 4 full and 1 half baths. All main rooms enjoy expansive bay windows. Completing the grounds are a Wagner pool, pool house, tennis court, horse barn, paddock and greenhouse. There are magnificent formal gardens amidst the private setting and incredible sunset views. www.seetheproperty.com/65773 $2,395,000
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Prudential Connecticut Realty 411 Pequot Avenue | Southport, CT 06890 203.319.3403 | 203.521.2126 melaniesmith@prudentialct.com elanie Smith has been a top producer in Connecticut since 1980, and in the past 10 years since her company was acquired by Prudential, she has ranked in the Top 10 in the state and in the Top 100 in North America of all Prudential salespeople. Melanie’s marketing materials and advertising programs have won numerous awards. She is a member of Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate, FIABCI, The Registry and other select associations. Confidential, personal service and the use of sophisticated technology make Melanie the consistent broker of choice.
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EXQUISITE HOME, SOUTHPORT, CT This exquisite Cameron Clark home offers acclaimed architectural details, including high ceilings and deep molding in well-proportioned rooms and hallways. The home has a masterbedroom suite with a porch plus 4 other en suite bedrooms. The third floor can be further finished. It is set on 2.79 incredible acres with a pool, pool house and guesthouse just steps from the beach and Long Island Sound. www.1100PequotAve.Pruct.com Offered at $3,890,000.
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A RARE BEAUTY, FAIRFIELD, CT Location and elegance define this circa-1853 beautifully renovated Federal residence sited on 5.17 acres in prime Greenfield Hill. This 7,361square-foot 6-bedroom, 5-full- and 2-half-bath beauty has high ceilings, antique mantles and wide-plank floors that blend seamlessly with the new kitchen, baths, family room, playroom, atrium and 3-plus-car garages. www.546OldAcademyRd.Pruct.com Offered at $3,750,000.
onolulu’s #1 Luxury Real Estate Broker for the 14th Successive Year!
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For 14 consecutive years, Patricia Choi has remained unmatched in luxury real estate sales, for superior client representation, market savvy, and high-tech solutions. Whether you are buying or selling, call Choi International at 808-734-7711 or visit our website at www.ChoiRealty.com
Patricia Choi, (R) President & Principal Broker Certified International Property Specialist Certified Commercial Investment Member Board of Regents – Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate
LUXURYREALESTATE.COM 220 West G Street, San Diego, CA 92101 619.231.0777 | 619.252.1944 Trudy@TrudyStambook.com | www.TrudyStambook.com
Trudy Stambook
rudy finds that one of the true joys of this profession is working with extraordinary individuals that she has come to know as clients, neighbors and friends for more than 30 years. “It has been a privilege to be a part of the ELITE network since its inception 12 years ago. ELITE adds to the myriad of my invaluable resources, exceptional service, attention to details and first-hand intimate knowledge of the luxury real estate market to best serve you,” she says. Trudy believes that real estate is more than a business — it is personal.
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Above the City and Bay
Renaissance Unrivaled
Downtown San Diego...A lifestyle like no other. Sip. Stroll. Savor. 100-plus restau-
Unsurpassed attention to detail in more than 4,500 square feet of phenomenal
$3,500,000
rants and lounges. Business, art, culture and entertainment abound through-
living space redefines the urban experience. Discover the panache and enticement
out downtown and Balboa Park. Seamlessly connect with access to planes,
of this richly embellished 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath urban mansion located on the
trains and yachts. A short drive from all that San Diego has to offer. Leasing and
20th and 21st floors of the desirable Renaissance community.
sales opportunities abound; beginning in the mid-$200,000 price range.
Pinnacle of Luxury
$4,300,000
North County Coastal
This half-floor penthouse with exceptional design details has 2 bedrooms, 2.5
Whether you seek to enhance your active lifestyle or simply want to get away
baths, nearly 3,000 square feet, walls of glass and sweeping panoramic views
from it all, this prime location offers world-class amenities and the La Costa Resort
of the city, San Diego Bay and ocean. It has exceptional amenities and is
and Spa. Located within minutes of the beaches and the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort,
beautifully furnished. Visit www.Pinnacle3402.com for details.
no desire is left unfilled. For the globe-trotter, the community is minutes from McClellan-Palomar Airport. Enjoy the best of Carlsbad-North County living! UNIQUEHOMES.COM • ELITE 2011
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The International Real Estate Federation
Eugenia Foxworth
RIVERDALE, NY — Recently, The New York Times named this sought-after, luxury, full-service building one of the “‘It’ Buildings of the Other Boroughs.” It feels like a hotel with all of the amenities offered, which include a 24-hour attended lobby, concierge, doorman, year-round pool, sun deck, cabanas, club, gym with trainers, fitness center, ballroom, laundry, valet service and management on premises. One- to four-bedroom residences with Hudson River views are available. Price upon request.
Foxworth Realty 1524 Amsterdam Avenue New York, NY 10031 212.368.4902 eugenia@foxworthrealtyonline.com www.foxworthrealtyonline.com
ugenia Foxworth, owner/broker of Foxworth Realty, has been an active member of the International Real Estate Federation (FIABCI-USA) for eight years. She is on the FIABCI-USA Board of Directors and is FIABCI’s International Vice President of Marketing and Networking. FIABCI is a nongovernmental agency affiliated with the United Nations. Eugenia is also a Certified New York Residential Specialist, Certified MWBE and a Certified International Property Specialist, specializing in New York City; Riverdale, N.Y.; Acapulco, Mexico; Costa Rica; the Dominican Republic; and Brazil. Eugenia is a member of the National Association of Realtors, the Manhattan Association of Realtors, New York State Association of Realtors, the Real Estate Board of NY and the NY Women’s Chamber of Commerce and the Greater NY Chamber of Commerce.
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FORTALEZA, BRAZIL — This townhouse condo is one of 17 in a newly developed gated community in one of the most exclusive residential areas. With approximately 6,058 square feet, enjoy amazing ocean views, a swimming pool and an outdoor entertainment area with a gourmet kitchen. There are 4 suites and the master-bedroom suite has a private terrace, sun deck and hot tub. Price upon request.
ACAPULCO, MEXICO — An exceptional villa located in “La Cima,” an exclusive gated area on a private cul-de-sac. The residence has magnificent panoramic views of Acapulco Bay, the Sierra Madera Mountains and Puerto Marques. An infinity pool, waterfall, open bar, master bedroom and 4 guest bedrooms with en suite baths, 2 staff bedrooms, parking for 4 cars, an entertainment room and a chef’s kitchen highlight this home. Price upon request.
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The Midwest 215 N. PARKVIEW AVENUE — Enjoy all the character and charm of an old house with all the technology and convenience of a new one. This breathtaking private lot has expansive gardens on all sides. The amazing owner’s retreat with a fireplace, sitting room and luxury bath is perfect for relaxing. Potential for large live-in apartment is found above the detached garage. Offered at $2,900,000.
Jane Kessler Lennox New Albany Realty 220 Market Street, Suite D New Albany, OH 43054 614.939.8938 | newalbanyrealty.com janel@newalbanyrealty.com
ane Kessler Lennox has been selling real estate in Columbus since 1994. Specializing in the luxury market as well as corporate relocation, Jane is a Columbus native with extensive knowledge of the growing metropolitan region. Jane continues to set records as one of the top listing and selling agents in the Columbus area with particular emphasis in New Albany. Jane has found the way to balance success in a competitive real estate market with dedication to her clients’ needs as well as unparalleled service and ethical integrity.
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7531 EHRET ROUND — Facing a large green in the heart of Fenway, this classically inspired home provides an unparalleled example of Georgian architecture on a 1-acre private lot. Balancing an open design and privacy, features include a 3rd-floor children’s suite, a greenhouse, Koi pond with waterfall, rose garden and side formal garden with walkway. Enjoy 10,000plus square feet of beautifully finished living space. $1,900,000. 19 WIVELISCOMBE — A pristine brick estate home on quiet and shaded Wiveliscombe loop. Stunning features include 4 bedrooms upstairs and a private carriage suite. From the floor-toceiling wood-paneled study and a chef’s kitchen with wood block counters that opens to a great room, to a finished lower level with a wine cellar and a large lush backyard, incredible details and finishes are afforded throughout. Easily walk or bike to New Albany Country Club and Market Square. $1,399,000. 8 EDGE OF WOODS — Nestled in the quiet gated enclave of Edge of Woods, this beautiful residence enjoys a premium site on the New Albany Country Club golf course. Features include a large first-floor owner’s suite, lovely formal dining room with butler’s pantry, large great room with terrace access and rear views, 2 bedrooms with a private bath upstairs and a finished lower level with a fireplace. The oversized multi-level brick terrace offers shade and privacy while overlooking the fairway. $1,095,000.
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LADUE, MO This 6.7-acre estate property has a Higginbotham-built home, spectacular grounds, a pool house and a pool. Symmetrical stairs lead to a limestone terrace and front entry. The 2-story living room opens to a covered veranda, terrace and gardens. The master suite offers 3 rooms plus his-and-her baths and the second floor boasts 4 bedroom suites. $5,300,000.
Anne Ryan & John Ryan The Ryan Tradition Coldwell Banker Gundaker 9651 Clayton Road | St. Louis, MO 63124 314.993.8000 | Fax: 314.989.1376 anneryan@coldwellbanker.com www.theryantradition.com
HUNTLEIGH, MO This 16-acre Huntleigh estate includes a meticulously maintained 6,500-squarefoot home with a pool, guesthouse and oversized 5-car carriage-house-style garage. There are gardens, landscaping and lawns combined with wooded areas and meadow. In addition to the Squires Lane entrance, the property has more than 500 feet of frontage on Geyer Road. $4,950,000.
nne Ryan founded the Fine Properties Department for Coldwell Banker’s predecessor company in 1978. Since then, she has lead the Previews market in St. Louis. In 1992, John Ryan joined Coldwell Banker and “The Ryan Tradition” was formed. John had 15 years of commercial real estate and corporate management experience. Anne and John’s specialty is the St. Louis Central Corridor Previews market, which includes Ladue, Clayton, Huntleigh, Frontenac, Creve Coeur and Town and Country. In addition to leading the market in volume, they consistently have been involved in the most significant transactions, innovative new construction projects and relocation of executive families. In 2010, Anne and John’s total sales exceeded $39.8 million with an average sale price of $1.6 million.
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LADUE, MO Reminiscent of an English Manor, this charming home offers large rooms, 5 fireplaces and a family room adjoining a center-island kitchen. The master suite includes a sitting room, sophisticated bath and dressing room. The home also has an exercise room with a sauna, a game room with a media area, a 900-bottle wine cellar, a carriage house apartment and a saltwater pool. $2,695,000. UNIQUEHOMES.COM • ELITE 2011
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Rik Lobenherz Prudential Preferred Properties Network Prudential Fine Homes Specialist
LAKE CHARLEVOIX, CHARLEVOIX, MICHIGAN A spacious Lake Charlevoix Contemporary on simply the best beach the lake has to offer. This distinctive property offers a gated private entrance to an incomparable setting with 270 feet of sugar-sand beach and panoramic views. Enjoy 6,575 square feet, a separate guesthouse with a full kitchen and 2 bedrooms, an indoor/outdoor pool, sauna, 5 fireplaces, a large office and a 4plus-car garage. $3,250,000.
Prestigious CCIM Designation Cell: 231.675.6285 | 231.547.9905 Rik@Charlevoix.com www.RichardTheRealtor.net
Preferred Properties Network ik has been putting buyers and sellers together for more than 35 years. With offices on the Great Lakes Gold Coast, access information on the most desirable freshwater properties in the world by visiting his website: www.RichardTheRealtor.net.
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PRIVATE LAKE AND 320 ACRES — Encompassing a pristine, artesian, spring-fed private lake and set amidst towering birch trees is Moblo, a magnificent, custom-built, Norway red pine log cabin on 320 acres of meadows, wetlands and ancient forest. Indoor and outdoor Michigan fieldstone fireplaces, full-log exposed beams, great window vistas and top-of-the-line comforts combine to create a classic outdoorsy feel with warm and inviting spaces. A gourmet kitchen, 4 master suites, 3 bunk bedrooms, a tennis court and basketball court/roller hockey area are included. $2,500,000. 22
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The Midwest ROUND LAKE HARBOR, CHARLEVOIX, MICHIGAN This is the granddaddy of all boathouse residences on the best of all harbors on the Great Lakes. Words cannot express the grandeur of this complex as you stroll from the 10,000-square-foot house into the integrated 8,400square-foot boathouse. This Nantucket-inspired masterpiece has great rooms and entertainment areas that look through to the magnificent boathouse, which can harbor yachts up to 80 feet and many other toys. No detail has been overlooked in providing every amenity a discriminating owner could desire, from the large game room, fitness room, media room and nanny’s apartment, to the exquisitely appointed kitchen and master suite. As a testimonial to its unique and inspiring design, this home has been featured on HGTV’s Million Dollar Rooms and in Blue Magazine. Five bedrooms plus an apartment, 11 baths, a 4-car garage and an elevator complete this residence. $8,950,000.
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The Mid-Atlantic
Jane Bulette WEICHERT, REALTORS, Mason-Davis
47 Market Street, Onancock, VA 23417 757.787.1010 | 800.288.7037 JBulette@mason-davis.com www.mason-davis.com Licensed in Virginia
he Eastern Shore of Virginia is a 74-mile peninsula that has sandy beaches and lagoons on the Atlantic side of the shore that mark the southern tip of the Virginia Coastal Reserve. Created through 50 years of land purchases by the Nature Conservancy, the reserve encompasses a coastal wilderness. The Chesapeake Bay side offers picturesque harbors, islands and escapes. As a whole, its 14 islands and 45,000 acres of beach, marsh and maritime forest are among the last undeveloped coastlines between New York and the Florida Keys. Waterfowl inhabit the marshes year-round. There are many small villages and towns dotting the area, each offering a unique experience to visitors and residents. Jane has lived in the area for 18 years and would like to be your guide. Finding just the right property that suits your wants, needs and desires is her specialty. Give her a call at 800.288-.7037 or send her an email at jbulette@mason-davis.com.
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MOUNT PLEASANT IS A 94± ACRE WATERFRONT ESTATE with 2,400± feet of deep-water shoreline on Occohannock Creek, minutes from the Chesapeake Bay, just outside the town of Belle Haven. The property has a classic Eastern Shore-style main house, a guesthouse, an in-ground pool and pool house, a barn and several smaller residences. Offered at $2,900,000.
An Associate Broker with LACAZE Meredith Real Estate in St. Michaels and full-time real estate professional, Carolina Barksdale has been among Long & Foster’s top-producing agents on the Eastern Shore for many years. Focusing her efforts on the waterfront, luxury and second-home market, she serves buyers and sellers in Easton, St. Michaels, Oxford and the surrounding areas. Carolina employs a refreshing blend of honesty, integrity, responsiveness, keen negotiating ability and excellent communication skills to derive success for her clients. Born in Munich, Germany, Carolina is fluent in two languages and recently has been named Top Listing Agent 2010 for the St. Michaels office. Carolina’s expertise and dedication will benefit you with your next real estate endeavors on the Eastern Shore. LACAZE Meredith Real Estate 109 South Talbot Street | St. Michaels, MD 21663 443.786.0348 | 410.745.0283, Ext. 111 carolinabarksdale@mris.com | www.talbotrealestate.com
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A secluded and private waterfront estate on a 27-acre point of land with views of the Miles River. A deep-water dock with multiple lifts and 6-foot MLW will delight sailors and power boaters alike. Guests will enjoy a cottage with a waterside deck, in-ground pool, tennis court and pond. $4,250,000.
An outstanding waterfront farm consisting of 136 acres with four waterfront building sites on Harris Creek. The farm offers 3,000 feet of shoreline, boating access, fabulous kayaking and canoeing, wonderful scenic views and lots of wildlife. Close to St. Michaels. $1,999,000.
Designed with Eastern Shore living in mind, this new and spacious St. Michaels waterfront house is offering water-oriented living space with serene views of San Domingo Creek. Luxurious amenities throughout and 3-plus feet of mean low water at the future dock. $1,785,000.
Marea St. Michaels — Choose one of only 14 remaining exquisite waterfront building sites in the exclusive community “Marea” and build your own dream home on the San Domingo Creek with fabulous views and deep-water docks. Prices start at $745,000. Visit www.MareaStMichaels.com
In the Town of Oxford is this wondrous beach house getaway with its own private beach offering stunning sunsets and spectacular water views. This light and bright 4-bedroom home invites with an open floor plan, in-ground pool, upper and lower porches and deep-water dock. Close to nearby restaurants and shops. $875,000.
This stately historic manor home blends the elements of Queen Anne Victorian and Italian Renaissance with uncompromising attention to detail. The 10,000-square-foot residence has 10 bedrooms, a stunning interior, a grand mahogany staircase and fabulous woodwork. $1,095,000. Details at www.albanusphillipshouse.com
JEANNE P. HOCKADAY Virginia Country Real Estate, Inc. 3765 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Gloucester/Ordinary, VA 23131 O: 804.642.6126 • C: 804.815.0097 • www.VirginiaCountryRealEstate.com Jeanne P. Hockaday is a seasoned Realtor with more than 35 years of experience and is President/Broker of Virginia Country Real Estate, Inc. Jeanne has served as a director/president/officer/chair of many service and trade organizations, including Peninsula Home Builders, Gloucester Chamber of Commerce, PTO and Chesapeake Bay and Rivers Association of Realtors. Presently, she is appointed by the governor to serve on a state appeals review board. She recently has completed the Virginia Association of Realtors Leadership Academy and serves on the Management Council of Realtors as well as the Presidential Business Advisory Council. She has been a Sales Excellence Award winner since 1976 and continues to be a Top Producer in her market, which consists largely of the Virginia Peninsula areas, including the Middle Peninsula, Northern Neck, Lower Peninsula, Yorktown, Williamsburg and Newport News.
PEACE & PLENTY — A magnificent Chesapeake Bay area property built to take advantage of views, deep-water mooring and privacy. Three levels of luxury are served by an elevator for ease of access. This home has 9 rooms filled with special amenities, a sailboat-depth dock, 12-plus acres and multiple garages. $1,675,000
BLUE HERON Off the York River, this home was built to enjoy the setting. Located on a small lot for ease of maintenance. Minutes from Yorktown and Williamsburg. Easy maintenance and panoramic views. $480,000
SANDBURG COTTAGE A rare opportunity to move in and enjoy an open floor plan in new condition on a peaceful, 5-acre river cove in Mathews, VA. $650,000
SWEET GRASS, SEVERN RIVER Have the joy of living on a 3-acre peninsula with the style, customization and spaces for today’s lifestyle, including a porch, dock and 3-bay garage. $999,999
MARLBANK A Colonial antiquity, circa 1732, with 15 high acres overlooking the York River. $3,900,000
GAINSFIELD A 9-acre estate with frontage on the York River. The property includes a 9-stall barn for horses and a perfectly maintained and tastefully decorated one-level home, which enjoys views, a private setting and grand location in picturesque Gloucester, VA. $1,350,000
Have you ever experienced the clear, still warmth of a crackling fire and views of southbound geese over calm waters and endless, constantly changing views? Once you do, you will never want to leave. Come enjoy the crisp air and seasonal pleasures by the bay in the “Land of Life Worth Living.”
Cornelia C. Heckenbach Associate Broker | LACAZE Meredith Real Estate direct 410.310.1229 office 410.745.0283, Ext. 104 website www.StMichaelsMdWaterfront.com Cornelia is a dedicated, full-time agent with unparallel expertise of the St. Michaels, Easton and Oxford markets. Creativity, experience and enthusiasm, paired with strong, sophisticated work ethics and skillful negotiation and transaction management, have ranked her consistently among the county’s Elite Realtors. Cornelia is the St. Michaels office’s Top Producer with a total sales volume of $130 million since 2005 and No. 58 of the top 100 agents within the Long & Foster Division in Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Virginia and Washington, D.C. Originally from Germany, she is fluent in 3 languages. With more than 20 years of international and local real estate expertise, Cornelia is available to provide premier service to the local, national or international client. Cornelia believes that “Experience + Enthusiasm = Excellent Service.”
EASTON — MILES RIVER AREA
ST. MICHAELS — NANTUCKET STYLE
This 4-bedroom Colonial is in a park-like setting with wide southwesterly
Spacious 3-bedroom home on a commanding 4-acre elevated lot with
views and breezes. The residence was custom-built by a reputable local
glorious sunsets and southerly breezes. This designer showcase home
builder loaded with Energy Star features and is built to last a lifetime and
features one-floor living with 10-foot ceilings, a top-of-the-line interior,
to enjoy with minimal maintenance and utility costs. The home offers a
beautiful Waterworks marble and onyx bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen
waterside pool and private deep-water dock suitable for sailboats. Minutes
and full butler’s kitchen, all within an open floor plan for easy living
to Easton and St. Michaels by land or water. $2,495,000.
and entertaining. $1,950,000.
OXFORD AREA — EASTERN SHORE RETREAT
ST. MICHAELS AREA — GRACIOUS RETREAT
Overlooking scenic Island Creek, this 5-bedroom estate on 10 lush acres
Ascend a private road with towering trees and arrive at this 5-acre
is in mint move-in condition. It offers geothermal HVAC and other
home reminiscent of the fine estates that have graced the shores for
Energy Star features, plus a stunning gourmet kitchen with an Aga
many years. This 5-bedroom home, constructed of the finest materials
stove. The residence also includes marble bathrooms, a separate guest
with attention to details from the antique heart pine floors to the
wing and wonderful outdoor spaces, including a heated pool. Enjoy
custom molding and woodwork, offers a gourmet kitchen, formal
Eastern Shore living at its best! Offered at $2,395,000.
dining room, library, grand foyer and much more. Protected deepwater dockage and heated in-ground pool. $3,495,000.
LINDA RIKE REAL ESTATE 1410 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC 28557 252.247.6922 | linda@lindarike.com ed@lindarike.com | www.lindarike.com www.coastalcarolinahomesnow.com L inda and Ed specialize in waterfront, resort and retirement real estate. As successful top producers in their market with more than 34 years of combined experience, they believe in creative marketing, communication and promotion of their coastal lifestyle. Linda and Ed’s slogan, “Just Add Water to Your Lifestyle,” will make your dreams come true at the coast. They serve Morehead City, Atlantic Beach, Beaufort, Pine Knoll Shores, Newport, Emerald Isle and surrounding areas on the Crystal Coast of North Carolina.
Waterfront Acreage, Morehead City, NC This contemporary home on approximately 3.5 acres overlooks the Bogue Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway. Features include oversized living/dining and family rooms, four stone fireplaces, a custom cherry kitchen, an atrium, home offices, many multipurpose rooms and five full and two half baths. Also included are a private tennis court, pool and separate guesthouse. Offered at $1,000,000.
Spooners Creek, ICW Luxury Waterfront Condos Choose from three luxury waterfront units, all with optional boat slips available. The Shores at Spooners Creek also includes a pool, clubhouse, exterior storage and covered parking. Starting at $595,000.
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Keller Williams Realty 877.478.4669 | Cell: 919.414.0337 Masha@MashaHalpern.com www.MashaHalpern.com asha markets magnificent residential Southern, historically significant and luxury homes in Chapel Hill and Durham, N.C. She is well-known throughout the “Triangle” area for her outstanding level of expertise in the luxury market. Her creative marketing plans and proactive networking not only serve her clients well, but have consistently earned her sales awards throughout her real estate career.
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CHAPEL HILL, NC — Exquisite and updated, this New England-style Colonial in the East Chapel Hill High School District is beautifully situated on 1.80 acres. With the feel of a country estate but an intown location, the homesite features a babbling brook, split-rail fence and a landscaped, wooded culde-sac locale blocks from shopping, transit and schools. The home has been lovingly maintained and updated to include not only structurally significant items such as HVAC and a roof, but also renovations of the kitchen, bathroom and the master suite! Enjoy 4 nicely sized bedrooms and a space that can be used as a fifth bedroom suite for a nanny or in-law or as a bonus playroom. Architecturally, this home features the best-of-the-best New England style, including chair rail and pine wainscoting molding, cherry-stained ceiling beams and 3 working masonry and stone fireplaces. The whole house overflows with beautiful hardwood floors and the master suite features an elegantly updated bathroom filled with natural light. See more at www.118SteeplechaseRoad.com. Offered at $725,000.
Debra Johnston
Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty 404.312.1959 | Direct: 404.924.6806 debrajohnston@atlantafinehomes.com rchitecture and design are key components of creating the perfect living environment. Debra’s experience working 25 years in business marketing and technology combined with the last 8 years in real estate in the Atlanta area provides an in-depth level of knowledge to assist clients in their real estate needs. Debra has expertise in the design world and how to take a property to market. As a 20-year resident of Buckhead, Debra can assist you with your real estate needs, whether it is marketing and selling your property or finding your next home.
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A PREMIER PROPERTY IN ATLANTA, GA — This custom, new-construction luxury estate is located in Tuxedo Park. Every detail in this residence was carefully designed for a discriminating eye and attention to detail. Large open mahogany doors and windows are architecturally designed to maximize natural lighting. The hand-cut stone residence offers more than 16,000 square feet with a 70-foot infinity-edge pool, plus geothermal heating and cooling and Crestron whole-house automation and security. The incredible home theater features Macintosh equipment and German leather seating. The best of the best. Visit www.421Blacklandroad.com. $12,500,000.
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LOCATED IN THE CITY LIMITS, this unique estate features the best private waterfall in the area. The main home offers 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, plus a glass den and office, living room with huge stone fireplace and a large custom kitchen. Great manicured grounds and a guesthouse with detached garage. You can boat all the way to Mirror Lake! Offered at $6,700,000.
W. Terry Potts Country Club Properties 183 West Main Street Highlands, NC 28741 828.526.2520 | Fax: 828.526.2470 ccp4info@verizon.net THE VIEWS ARE INDESCRIBABLE from this nearly 5-acre estate, featuring large rooms crafted with native woods and natural stone. The main home offers a master suite with a large master bath on the main level, plus a large kitchen great for entertaining and conversations. The guesthouse completes the package with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a living room and kitchen. Offered at $3,400,000.
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LOCATED VERY CLOSE TO TOWN in a great small subdivision, this is one of the best qualitybuilt homes on the market, with 5 bedrooms plus a den and 5 baths. The kitchen is one-of-a-kind, there are heated wood floors throughout, heated towel bars in the baths and a steam shower in master. Professionally decorated and a do-not-miss if you want the best! Offered at $2,395,000.
ountry Club Properties is a fully independent real estate brokerage firm serving the country club market in the Highlands-Cashiers area. Completely independent from any developers, speculators or sales programs, Country Club Properties offers an untethered relationship. Area country clubs include Highlands; Wildcat Cliffs; Highlands Cove; Mountain Top Club; Trillium Links Club; Cullasaja Club, the Arvida golf community with an Arnold Palmerdesigned course; and Highlands Falls. Whether your interest is buying or selling real estate in the Highlands area, give Country Club Properties a call!
TRULY HISTORIC AND A RARE FIND, this Joe Webb log home has an estate setting with a spectacular view. The cabin features a main-level bedroom and bath and a spacious kitchen. Upstairs, you’ll find 3 more bedrooms, 2 baths and a fantastic sleeping porch. Offered at $1,295,000. Also offered: a Joe Webb cabin with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and new kitchen and baths. Offered at $1,125,000. UNIQUEHOMES.COM • ELITE 2011
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BALD HEAD ISLAND, NC — This spectacular, oversized oceanfront home boasts views of both lighthouses. It features a master suite with a large office, plus 3 additional bedroom suites. The yard includes a private boardwalk over lush dunes. $2,495,000.
Mary Munroe Mary Munroe Realty: Bald Head Vacations and Sales P.O. Box 3065 Bald Head Island, NC 28461 Cell: 910.470.2253 | 910.457.1939 maryfmunroe@baldheadvacations.com www.baldheadvacations.com
ith more than 3 decades of industry experience, a decade of which has been spent owning her own real estate company, Mary Munroe is the consummate real estate professional. Mary is very good at taking care of people and looking at things from every angle to ensure that all possibilities are considered. She also makes sure to be there for the entire purchasing process. Mary is also an expert on the island for shared/fractional ownership and loves working with families with young children.
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BALD HEAD ISLAND, NC — One of the nicest 2-bedroom, freestanding oceanfront, secondrow homes in sought-after Floras Bluff. A Southern Living award-winning neighborhood, your family can run back and forth to the beach all day. Newly refurbished, it offers carefree days at the shore. Both Shoals Club and Sports memberships are available for separate purchase. $775,000.
BALD HEAD ISLAND, NC — A great central location, with a creek across the street and a private backyard, highlights this unique Telesis custom-built home. A private path leads to the Maritime Market, while great open decks take in the views. There are 3 bedrooms, plus a cozy 4th bonus room, and a large kitchen opening to the dining and great room that leads to the screened porch. $849,314. 32
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BALD HEAD ISLAND, NC — This is the best-value, 3-bedroom, ocean-view home in award-winning Killegray Ridge. This great dune-ridge, south-beach family residence has a Crofter guest cottage for grandparents or teenagers and comes equipped with 2 golf carts. A Sports membership is available for separate purchase. $798,895.
BALD HEAD ISLAND, NC — Custom everything! Did you want everything in your dream beach home but did not want to wait 2 years to build it? Well then, this 5-bedroom home is a must-see. From a gourmet kitchen with a Wolf gas range to an elevator to the 2nd floor with a great ocean view, this home on the 16th fairway — the signature hole of the island’s newly renovated golf course — has it all. $1,895,000.
BALD HEAD ISLAND, NC — Enjoy shared ownership in highly desirable oceanfront Killegray Ridge. This is a great opportunity to own 25 percent of this home, which incudes the largest floor plan, a private Crofter cottage, 4 bedrooms and great views. Both Shoals Club and BHI Sports memberships are available for separate purchase. $449,805.
BALD HEAD ISLAND, NC — Your chance for 25-percent shared ownership in Floras Bluff. In one of the best family locations on the island, this 4-bedroom home sleeps 12, has a wonderful living/dining room combination, a great room, new windows, a deck, fenced yard, courtyard garden and more. $350,000.
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The South Beth Ferester
Coldwell Banker United, Realtors The Woodlands, Texas 713.702.6334 beth@ferester.com www.ferester.com eth has been one of Houston’s top 10 agents recognized in the Houston Business Journal for 12 years. She specializes in luxury homes in the north side of Houston, specifically The Woodlands. Her extensive knowledge of the market combined with her innovative marketing techniques, commitment to excellence and years of experience keep her at the top of the market. Beth has strong ties to the major relocation companies across the country and has assisted scores of families moving to Houston.
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THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS — This Silver Anniversary, three story showcase home is located in a private gated enclave of The Woodlands. Sitting on a lush 1-plus acre golf course lot, the home boasts 10,000 square feet of quality design and features, including a massive entry, wine cellar, 3rd story media center and 6 bedrooms. Additional features of the home include 9 bathrooms, 6 bedrooms, open riser staircase, 500 year old antique front doors, and four fireplaces. Outside features include a lush, award winning saltwater pool, 4 car garage, concrete roof and a circular gated driveway with a porte-cochere. Offered at $2,750,000.
Dara Allen
Dara & Associates 512.296.7090 | Dara@DaraAllen.com www.DaraAndAssociates.com TX Broker 485743 CA DRE: 01706004
ara Allen began her distinguished real estate career in Austin, Texas, and quickly earned a place in the “Elite 25” and the Austin Business Journal’s “Real Estate Top 20 Producers” before moving to Los Angeles. Now with more than 11 years’ experience in top national markets, Dara brings a unique combination of Texas charm, West-Coast savvy and dedication to customer satisfaction.
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GOLF-LOVER’S PARADISE in the distinguished guard-gated community of Escondido in Horseshoe Bay, Texas. This new construction Spanish Revival home sits on the 4th fairway of the Fazio golf course, built by Matt Butterfield. The home is built around a center courtyard with a pool, spa and outdoor living area with a second-story balcony for Texas Hill Country views. Four bedrooms and 5 baths, handmade cast-iron fixtures, plaster walls, custom alder and pine doors, and long leaf pine floors are just a few of the remarkable qualities of this golf-course home. Offered at $1,695,000.
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MASTERFUL RESIDENCE Incomparable views from this 5-bedroom residence, built in 2001, which offers more than 4,500 square feet of living area. This majestic home is situated on a fabulous homesite, offering a protected channel with a new 90-foot dock plus a slip with a 16,000-pound lift. Attention to detail beyond reproach. Must see to appreciate! $3,499,000.
EXQUISITELY APPOINTED This magnificent custom residence offers expansive views of Naples Bay! Features include bamboo and marble floors, a gourmet kitchen, luxurious master suite with sitting room and morning kitchen, sauna, billiards room, vanishing-edge pool, elevator and oversized garage with extra storage and so much more. $2,195,000.
Chip Harris, PA & Michele Peppe, CRS Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate 550 Fifth Avenue South | Naples, FL 34102 239.370.0574 Direct www.NaplesRealEstate.com Luxury@NaplesRealEstate.com
DREAMS COME TRUE This pristine 4-bedroom waterfront pool home includes a 60-foot dock and direct gulf access! Features a fabulous kitchen with walk-in pantry, exercise room, library, hobby room, his-and-her dens, formal living and dining rooms, porcelain tile flooring, plantation shutters and custom window treatments. Professionally designed interior with every amenity you can imagine! $1,995,000.
ONE OF A KIND This Key West charmer sits directly on Naples Bay with more than 350 feet of waterfront. It boasts an open floor plan, high ceilings, separate guest quarters, a fabulous pool, charming covered porches and a wonderful fishing pier. Call for price and details.
hip Harris and Michele Peppe are the only names you need to know when considering a luxury home purchase in beautiful Naples, Florida! They are certified Previews Luxury Home Specialists, and are ranked in the top 1 percent of all agents internationally. They consistently have been the No. 1 agents at the Coldwell Banker Previews office located in downtown Naples. Together they boast nearly 50 years of experience selling the Naples lifestyle. Chip and Michele consider it a privilege to assist you in achieving your housing objectives; they are unwavering in their commitment to being the best they can be in order to give their customers the utmost in full real estate services. If you are looking for old-fashioned service combined with state-of-the-art technology, we hope you will call them today: 239.370.0574 (direct). For a virtual tour of these homes or any of their other listings, please go to their award-winning website at: NaplesRealEstate.com. And, for the latest on new listings, real estate trends and current statistics, please check out their blog at NaplesRealEstateBlog.blogspot.com
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Luxury Living in Switzerland Relocator • Concierge • Events Creator
Throughout the years—from ground, sea and air—one consistent passion motivated Cybèle to go forward, the passion to offer the best service her clients could expect. After working for 15 years in numerous environments, Cybèle realizes the common thread between her and all of her jobs was a demanding clientele to whom she loved being dedicated. And so, being fully dedicated to her clients has became Cybèle’s life credo. Cybèle’s company, C’And, was born out of a need and a wish to only spend her life doing what she feels to be the most important and effective objective: to be there for her clients. Located on one of the nicest sites in Switzerland, the Swiss Riviera, C’And offers: ➣ Relocation services with access to the best real estate agencies and independent brokers. ➣ Personalized home designs with the best interior/garden architects and designers. ➣ Private concierge services designed on the clients' demands and need for a real personal assistant.
Cybèle Antoun Phone: Mobile: Fax: E-mail: Website:
+41 24 481 57 13 +41 79 584 32 38 +41 24 481 57 14 info@c-and.ch www.c-and.ch
Tony Zaskowski Property Consultants 2200 North Damen, Chicago, IL 60647 Cell: 773.744.7869 | Office: 773.328.7686 tony@chicagoultimatehomes.com www.chicagoultimatehomes.com
seasoned leader with a wealth of experience in the real estate industry, Tony has more than professionalism and outstanding service standards to offer his clients. It’s no surprise that Tony has been one of Chicago’s top brokers for 25 years. He is second to none when it comes to marketing upper-tier properties in Chicago, providing clients with financial success, confidentiality and dreams that come true. A graduate of the University of Illinois, Tony also served in the United States Air Force. He holds many professional designations, including Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, Certified Commercial Investment Member, Certified International Property Specialist, Federation of International Real Estate and membership in national and international business associations. Tony is involved in local associations and believes in giving back to the community. If the best is what you are looking for, contact this luxury home expert today!
MPS DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT presents this extra-wide home in a private section of Bucktown. Within approximately 6,500 square feet are 4 levels, an optional elevator, 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 2 half baths. The home features an office, media room, sauna, a rooftop deck with panoramic views and a hot tub and a 3-car garage with a private driveway. It affords the finest finishes and carefully orchestrated details. $2,499,000.
BUCKTOWN — This 2006 custom-built, contemporary home of about 5,300 square feet in a most desirable location offers 6 bedrooms, 4.5 baths and dry and wet saunas. A split-level floor plan with large windows delivers an abundance of natural light. Enjoy a roof terrace with panoramic views. $1,649,000.
A RARE OPPORTUNITY to own a new construction in Wicker Park. This modern, singlefamily home has approximately 4,900 square feet, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, an office, a sauna, a 2car garage, heated floors and the finest finishes and amenities. A split-level floor plan with large windows delivers an abundance of natural light. The top-floor master suite displays sweeping skyline views. $1,399,000.
HERE’S AN OPPORTUNITY to own a new construction in Bucktown. Just completed, this modern home features 4,500 square feet, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and modern conveniences with architectural details and lower-level heated floors. Enjoy roof access with skyline views and a 2-car garage. Nearby is excellent shopping, dining and transportation. $1,349,000.
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DERMOT OBRIEN Broker
Tel: 561.317.1177 Fax: 561.423.9266 info@islandsrealty.com
The Resort at Singer Island 66 Private Tower Residences; 3 & 4 Bedrooms From $900,000 to $2,600,000
Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island 239 Hotel Condominiums Studios, 1 Bedrooms & 2 Bedrooms From $125,000 to $500,000
Ritz-Carlton Residences, Singer Island 242 Residences in 2 Towers From $800,000 to $4,995,000
With extensive on-site developer sales, general real estate experience and a specific focus on the 7 new condominium buildings on Singer Island, Dermot OBrien has got what it takes to enable you to successfully buy or sell luxury real estate on Singer Island, Florida. Dermot is the top producer at the Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island with 10 hotel condominium and 4 private residence sales in 2010. Dermot has sold $20 million worth of real estate at this property in the last 4 years and has already put 10 hotel condominiums into contract in 2011. Living at this property on Singer Island with his wife and son, Dermot has unequivocally demonstrated abilities in real estate sales and marketing. Over the last 4 years he sold $40 million (including $17.5 million in 2010) in luxury condominium and single-family home sales. He was the top producer at the Amrit Resort & Residences on Singer Island in 2006, generating $36 million dollars in sales. He was also the recipient of the prestigious Bentley Motorcars International Property Award for this development. Search “Singer Island” on Google, and IslandsRealty.com, Dermot’s web site devoted to luxury real estate on this idyllic barrier island, is listed at the top of the first page. Dermot’s listings also appear on many international luxury real estate web sites. IslandsRealty.com has become a portal for luxury real estate on Singer Island, while his IslandsBlog.com site is the original blog devoted to this island. Originally from Dublin, Ireland, Dermot moved to London when he was 21 years old and worked in advertising. Six years later he crossed the pond to attend the J L Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University in Evanston, Ill. He is one of approximately 15 Irish people to be accepted to this business school. Dermot was employed by Unilever in Connecticut and then went on to develop a very popular web site that was selected by Yahoo, as one of the top Irish web sites in 2002. Dermot started his real estate career in East Hampton, N.Y. before moving to Florida. With 9 years’ experience in real estate sales, Dermot recently set up his own boutique brokerage called Islands Realty. He has an on-site office at the Resort at Singer Island, and since going out on his own, has already sold more than $5 million at this property.*
Oasis Singer Island 38 Residences in 2 Towers Only 1 Residence Per Floor From $1,250,000 to $2,995,000 *Islands Realty is on-site at 3800 N. Ocean Drive, Singer Island only for real estate incident to this property
Colorado Home Group Luxury Living
Bent Tree Estate in Monument www.1105CambrookCt.com This private custom home on 3 acres offers stunning views of Pikes Peak. The home has a main-level master with a 5-piece bath, vaulted ceilings and 3 walk-outs to private decks, plus a study, updated country kitchen, modern formal dining and a great room overlooking a 2-story atrium and sunroom that opens to a lower-level recreation room with a full wet bar.
Palmer Lake Horse Property www.2595CountyLineRd.com This home boasts majestic views of Pikes Peak and Front Range from 21 acres of lush meadows and rolling hills. The 7,470-square-foot custom home surrounded by trees includes an updated country kitchen, study/library, wine cellar/tasting room, 5 fireplaces, horse stables and a barn with a 70-by-160-foot arena. Greenland Reserve and Santa Fe Trail provide for scenic horseback riding and hiking.
With 30-plus years experience in the Colorado Springs and Monument luxury home markets, the Colorado Home Group’s love of real estate, creative marketing skills, professional negotiation strategies and passion for people make them two of the most highly respected Realtors in the Pikes Peak region by agents and clients alike.
COLORADO HOME GROUP Joyce Heffner-Williams & Troy Heffner
Joyce Heffner-Williams
Owner/Broker/EcoBroker/ILHM Keller Williams Clients’ Choice Realty • Colorado Springs & Monument, CO Direct: 719.685.8300 / Cell: 719.331.2707 Luxury@ColoradoHomeGroup.com / www.ColoradoHomeGroup.com
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VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, WATERFRONT! A fabulous 4-bedroom, 2-bath, fully renovated home with a detached gym/office and a detached workshop. Enjoy a sandy beach and loads of sunny, south-facing deck space. Features include high-end appliances and energy-efficient upgrades within an unbeatable walk-to-everything location only 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Call for more information!
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Allie Beth Allman & Associates 5015 Tracy St., Suite 102 | Dallas, TX 75205 214.673.6933 | SueKrider@msn.com www.SueKrider.com ue Krider specializes in luxury home sales and high-rise lifestyle living in the heart of Dallas. Sue’s sales demonstrate her market expertise, client retention and resiliency during difficult market conditions. Her ability to quickly shift strategies and adapt to a changing market resulted in 65 percent of sales coming from repeat customers and 18 percent from referrals. At the end of the day—when the deal is done— Sue wants her clients to say, “That was the best decision I ever made.”
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WHETHER IT’S DOWNTOWN LIVING OR A HOME IN THE SUBURBS, Sue has the experience, market knowledge and insight to handle all your Dallas area real estate needs. Affiliated with the No. 1 single-office firm specializing in the Dallas luxury market, Sue markets luxury homes, townhomes and condos in Turtle Creek, Uptown, Oak Lawn, Park Cities, North Dallas and Las Colinas. Sue shares her clients’ passion for urban living and everything the city has to offer. Sue’s passion is assisting homeowners with the transition from single-family homes to luxury high-rise condominiums. High-rise living is truly a lifestyle choice and embraced by those who seek to take advantage of all that Dallas has to offer.
Elizabeth Allardice
RE/MAX Capital Realty 1520 Glenwood Avenue | Raleigh, NC 27608 Cell: 919.624.3423 | Office: 919.256.4207 www.elizabethallardice.com
E HIDDEN AT THE END OF A PRIVATE DRIVE is a true Southern classic sited masterfully to allow for endless picturesque golf-course-and-beyond views. The timeless architecture offers warm and inviting spaces that make a statement of a comfortable and luxurious lifestyle few can enjoy. The interior of 5,679 square feet, complete with formal and informal spaces, top-of-the-line cook’s kitchen, a spacious master suite with his-and-her baths, all bedrooms with private baths and a lovely terrace await new owners at 221 Tennwood Court, located in a golf course community of Treyburn Country Club. Price upon request.
lizabeth Allardice, CIPS, CLHMS, CRS, SFR, WHS, TRC, is a founding and Guild member of the Institute of Luxury Home Marketing and serves on the Advisory Board for the RE/MAX Collection. Elizabeth is one of the Triangle’s leading luxury brokers and specializes in the marketing and sale of homes of distinction, custom, estate and luxury homes in the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill areas of NC.
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ST. CHARLES, IL — Renowned as “The Castle” and “The Ultimate Dream Home,” this estate is incredible, amazing, remarkable, opulent, grand, lavish and magnificent, not to mention eco-friendly (green), too! Experience the ultimate in architecture with handcrafted cabinetry, extensive millwork, elaborate staircases, detailed ceilings, lavishly appointed mini master suites, waterfalls, a designer’s kitchen and an in-law suite! Pool, spa, balconies and views included! $2,400,000.
Debora McKay Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage 2690 East Main St., St. Charles, IL 60174 630.587.4672 | Cell: 630.542.3313 debora.mckay@cbexchange.com www.themckaygroup.com
ebora McKay started selling residential real estate in 1998 and immediately became a top producer. She has been a member of the President’s Premier Club (Coldwell Banker’s highest honor awarded to the top 1 percent of agents) for 7 years. Debora has been recognized by Coldwell Banker as the No. 1 agent in St. Charles in 2007 and the No. 2 agent in the western suburbs for her closed sales volume. She was also honored as the top agent in Kane County for sales in 2008. Debora’s priority always has been to offer her clients the highest level of service, market knowledge and integrity. As part of her genuine commitment to the highest standards of service, she continues to focus her efforts on her profession. She has her broker’s license, CRS, ABR and CLHMS. She is also a Previews Property Specialist (Luxury Homes Marketing Specialist) and has been certified as a Relocation Specialist.
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WAYNE, IL — Make a statement of distinction with this exquisite stone manor estate sited on 4-plus acres at the end of a private lane. Of matchless construction, quality and appearance, the home affords solid cherry-wood doors, millwork and flooring throughout. Enjoy elaborate staircases, built-ins, an elevator, stone fireplaces, a turreted study with a 2nd-floor overlook, a dream kitchen with a Sub-Zero and Viking range and an attached coach home. $1,695,000. ST. CHARLES, IL — An extraordinary estate of outstanding natural beauty and privacy set on 17.64 acres! Stunning, this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a sunroom, swimming pool and hot tub. Designer decorated, this home may be sold furnished. It also features a charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath 1892 farmhouse, a 1-bedroom guesthouse, a theater/billiards/game room, a horse barn and pastures for 6 horses. Heated 6- to 7-car garage, maintenance barn and waterfalls are included. $1,899,000. ST. CHARLES, IL — Historical and stately, this red brick Georgian is surrounded by nature’s best work. Groves of trees, winding roads, scenic ponds and large estate-sized lots encompass neighboring Crane Road Estates. A rare offering, this sensitively restored and carefully maintained pillared mansion known as Wild Rose Farm features multiple verandas with scenic views, crown and oversized molding, arched doorways, vintage fixtures and mahogany floors throughout. $1,399,000.
ST. CHARLES, IL — A stunning, grand estate on an exquisite 2.5 acres directly across from a 750-acre park! Custom built in 2001 with attention to detail evident throughout, including maple hardwood flooring, a curved staircase, a fireplace in the great room and the sunroom, a main-floor master with a sitting area and a breezeway that accesses the 4-car heated garage. A separate heated barn with 3 stalls for horses and room for 4 autos is also offered! $1,295,000. ST. CHARLES, IL — An exceptional home in the Woods of Fox Glen! Built by Havlicek and recently updated, this home is quite impressive! Enjoy a brick paver circular drive and an amazing backyard with water features and stunning views from the deck and gazebo! Beautifully appointed throughout with almost 10,000 square feet of living space, including the finished walk-out lower level and 3rdfloor suite! Gourmet kitchen, wine room and huge mudroom complete the home. $1,399,000. ELBURN, IL — Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac overlooking a forest preserve on 4-plus acres, this is your passage to paradise! With stunning decor and topnotch construction, this estate has the best of everything, including Brazilian cherry- wood flooring, incredible millwork (glazed), a curved staircase, niches and built-ins! A huge gourmet kitchen with 2 islands, stainless-steel appliances, hearth room, fireplace and a walk-in pantry! The walk-out basement is stunning! A Barrington pool is included! $1,250,000. ST. CHARLES, IL — Situated in prestigious Crane Road Estates, this residence exemplifies the perfect combination of sophisticated style and gracious living! Special features include elaborate molding, dramatic windowscaping and hardwood floors milled from oak trees formerly on the property. The residence also boasts a high-end kitchen, library, media room and a fabulous walk-out lower level accessing multiple patios set amid a private wooded setting. $1,895,000. UNIQUEHOMES.COM • ELITE 2011
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Michael Caruso Real Estate Group 949.753.7900 | 949.495.8600 Michael@MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com ichael Caruso is an accomplished real estate broker with more than 3 decades experience in sales, development and management. He has owned his own real estate brokerage since 1994, and provides a high standard of service by blending technology with personal attention. In 2007, he was president of the Orange County Association of Realtors, he is an ardent community volunteer and specializes in residential and luxury sales.
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LAGUNA NIGUEL, CALIFORNIA — French styling with new quality construction and technology. Guard-gated Bear Brand Ranch is the site of this all-new, French Country estate home, totally reconstructed and just completed after more than 9 months of relentless refinement. This result is a residence that blends technology and new materials with classic French styling. The generous 26,554-square-foot lot on a cul-de-sac, single-loaded street, now has additional privacy with several added front courtyards. Inside, the 6-bedroom, 8-bath layout includes a family room; 2 entertainment rooms; a main-floor nanny suite; special details such as new smooth-finish walls, new lighting and new chandeliers; and a spectacular Jenn-Air kitchen that mingles with the casual dining area and family room. Inside and out, panoramic views abound and complement a redesigned yard, perfect for outdoor entertaining with a barbecue cook center, patios and saline Pebble-Tec pool and spa. $4,200,000.
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RE/MAX Professionals, Inc. 416.458.9420 | 416.236.1241 juliemartin@trebnet.com etobicokefinehomes.com ulie Martin always has been fascinated by architecture and design. Whether surveying the luxury homes in her Thorncrest Village neighborhood or discovering architectural marvels spanning the globe, Julie’s passion for design results in an intense creativity that defines her personality — and serves her real estate clients well. Julie says, "There’s nothing more gratifying than helping someone achieve something they thought wasn’t possible."
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TORONTO, CANADA — This stunning, newly built custom home is located in the family-friendly community of Glen Park in Central Etobicoke. Amazing finishes and attention to detail can be found throughout the home’s 3,805 square feet. The kitchen offers stainless-steel high-end appliances, an island, eating area, a walk-in pantry, porcelain floors and glass mosaic tiles. The great room, open to the kitchen, has a floor-to-ceiling limestone finished gas fireplace and “waffle” coffered ceiling. The formal living and dining rooms exude elegance with their custom coffered ceilings and trim. Rich antique ebony-stained oak floors grace the home throughout. The grand front entranceway opens to the second floor with an elegant European feel. The home also includes a spacious 50-by-60-foot backyard awaiting your landscape design. Offered at $1,589,000 CDN. This luxury home has received the prestigious designation of the RE/MAX COLLECTION of Fine Homes & Luxury properties.
The West TOWN OF TELLURIDE This is an excellent family home located on 2 full lots on the sunny side of town on a quiet, dead-end street. Four of the 6 bedrooms are located on the upper level, including a comfortable master suite. The property features lots of living space — both inside and out. A well-sized living room and adjoining deck, nanny’s apartment and wine cellar are just some of the highlights. The large yard, huge ski-area views, plentiful sun and detached garage make this a must-see! $3,250,000.
TELLURIDE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE This is a classic 4-bedroom, 4-bath mountain timber-frame home featuring more than 3,700 square feet with an open floor plan and vaulted ceiling in the great room. An exquisite kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and granite tops is perfect for cooking and entertaining. A sunny, easily accessible Mountain Village location with use of a community tennis court. $2,395,000.
TELLURIDE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE One of the very best Peaks penthouses! This 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath condominium features high-end finishes and a great design. With multiple levels and 2 westfacing balconies, the property offers flexible living options with plenty of privacy and outstanding views. Enjoy all of the amenities of the ski-in/ski-out and golfin/golf-out Peaks Resort, which includes a world-renowned spa, now managed by Grand Heritage Hotels and Resorts. $1,995,000. TOWN OF TELLURIDE Located at the entrance to town, this well-finished, 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath condominium is adjacent to the high school and its ball fields, across the street from Clark’s Market and only 2 blocks from the base of Lift 7. The 1-bedroom, 1-bath lock-off unit with separate entrance provides lots of flexibility and extra income.
James F. Lucarelli Real Estate Affiliates of Telluride 970.728.0213 | Cell: 970.708.2255 Jim@TellurideAffiliates.com www.TellurideAffiliates.com
ames F. “Jim” Lucarelli has more than 21 years of experience in the Telluride real estate market. In that time he has been named Realtor of the Year twice and served two terms as President of the Telluride Association of Realtors. In February 2002 he founded Real Estate Affiliates of Telluride, a company committed to providing respectful, professional service to its clients, and it quickly became one of the region’s top boutique real estate offices. In addition to his work as Broker/Owner of Real Estate Affiliates, Jim also has been involved in construction management and project development, building single-family residences and overseeing the creation of neighborhoods in Mountain Village and Telluride. Jim takes pride in providing personalized service backed by extensive expertise in the luxury real estate market.
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A private balcony with unobstructed views to the west, covered parking and additional storage in the basement round out this wonderful property. $1,270,000. UNIQUEHOMES.COM • ELITE 2011
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The Most Prestigious Address in Colorado—Cherry Hills Offered $6,995,000 An Architectural Masterpiece with Modern Sophistication It is rare to find a home where the term “estate” truly applies. This nearly 20,000-square-foot modern masterpiece, set on a private 2.28-acre site in the prestigious Cherry Hills enclave, is one of the few in the Denver marketplace. Dramatic design elements combine with sophisticated materials to bring you a contemporary home rich in style but designed equally for living. Artful details greet you at every turn, including marble floors, cathedral ceilings, and exquisite use of bird’s eye maple cabinetry. The sprawling estate offers 6 luxurious bedroom suites, 13 baths, 2 gourmet kitchens, a full-size gym, hair salon, billiards room, a commercialgrade bar for entertaining guests plus a 5,000-bottle wine room and a 12-plus-car/limo garage. Rarely is an estate of this magnitude available. Prepare to be impressed.
Cherry Creek North Offered $2,774,900 This more than 8,100-square-foot, single-family, custom home in the prestigious Cherry Creek North neighborhood is a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship. With 4 bedrooms, 8 baths, 8 fireplaces, a 4-stop elevator and master bedrooms on both the main and second floors, this home will exceed the expectations of even the most discerning buyer. The property is equipped with high-end systems while also providing sophisticated and luxurious finishes. With a 3-car heated garage, a snowmelt system for the driveway, 2 HVAC systems each with 2 zones, Pella windows, 8-inch dual panel solid core wood doors, 4-inch plantation shutters throughout, 11 skylights, 7-inch base molding and 9-inch crown molding, this home is the definition of perfection. No details were overlooked in this perfect home.
JULIE GELFOND FIABCI, CIPS, CRS, SFR, REOS
Previews International DenversLuxuryHomes.com 303.378.9099
JULIE GELFOND’S name is synonymous internationally with buying and selling unique real estate as well as the appraisal of antiques and fine art. Consistently ranked in the TOP 1% of BROKERS NATIONWIDE, she has actively purchased, developed new construction, renovated and sold single- and multi-family properties throughout the Denver market as well as in Florida and Montana. She specializes in many of the most desirable areas of Metro Denver, from both new and exceptional properties to the more established and historically significant neighborhoods. Julie knows that a positive and successful experience for her buyers and sellers is dependent upon understanding their desires and negotiating the best possible contract for them. Her clients return to her again and again as a result of her ability to find the right property, her integrity in all her business dealings and the knowledge that ensuring their satisfaction is her first priority. She is actively involved in
the community, volunteering and offering her personal expertise and consulting to organizations whenever called upon. Julie has built a solid reputation in the real estate industry as well as the not-for-profit and education communities and is sought after for her leadership and speaking skills. Honored with the coveted title of President’s Elite in both Colorado and Florida, Julie is a member of the Denver Board of Realtors, the Colorado Board of Realtors, the Florida Association of Realtors, the Broward County Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors. She also has a unique position as a multilingual member of FIABCI, the prestigious international association of real estate professionals. Julie is also a Certified International Property Specialist.
Ranch Reserve Offered $1,949,000 This award-winning, custom home constructed in 2002 is a true masterpiece of design. This estate property offers 6 bedrooms, 7 baths and views of the mountains, lake and golf course. The focal point of the main floor is the 2-story great room that features 9 large cathedral windows and the adjoining chef ’s kitchen that boasts gourmet appliances and designer touches. The same classic elegance and craftsmanship that is found on the interior of the home is carried over to the exterior design of the home. There are three outdoor terraces, two of which run the entire length of the home. A high-end Viking gas grill with rotisserie and smoker capability provide the perfect accessories for your outdoor lifestyle.
Metropolitan Chic at its Finest Offered $1,495,000 This spectacular custom brownstone is located in the sought-after neighborhood of Riverfront. The open 3-story floor plan offers floor-to-ceiling windows with expansive views of the park and majestic Rocky Mountains. Upon entering, you will find exquisite wood floors and a stairwell with access to every level. Large yet intimate rooms throughout the home provide the perfect space for entertaining family and friends—a true entertainer’s dream. On the main level, a living room with large windows and a double-sided gas fireplace is the perfect retreat. Adjacent to the living room is a large great room with an open family room, dining room and kitchen with sliding glass doors to an outdoor courtyard.
OCEANFRONT IN MALIBU, CA This gracious 2007 Californian Villa on 3 acres offers indoor/outdoor living beyond all expectations. Enjoy a sparkling saltwater pool with a spa and a private stone pathway leading to La Piedra State Beach. The gourmet eat-in kitchen with ocean views opens to the dining room and family room, and this entire space opens to the outdoors via operable glass walls. www.TheMalibuBeachEstate.com $32,900,000.
VILLA PARADISO, LA JOLLA, CA Steps away from pristine and sandy shores, Villa Paradiso is one of the rarest of gems along the seashore with unobstructed panoramic views from all of the main rooms. The entire upstairs is an elegant master suite. Other features include a designer kitchen, versatile family/media room, built-in pool and spa, 4 bedrooms and a spacious upper terrace. A spectacular residence! Offered at $19,950,000.
RAZOR, LA JOLLA, CA This “one-of-a-kind” architectural masterpiece designed by Wallace Cunningham, one of Architectural Digest’s Top 100 Designers, is constructed from white polished concrete and floor to-ceiling glass. This 11,000-square-foot residence boasts 4 bedrooms, 6 baths, a guesthouse, uninterrupted ocean views and private access to Black’s Beach. www.ResidenceAsArt.com $25,000,000.
TORRE DI PILA, PILA, ITALY This extraordinary property is located in the tiny village of Pila. The original main building of the Villa was constructed around a 15th-century watchtower. The Villa includes a Tuscan-style farmhouse, an old cellar, a stable, 2 greenhouses and carefully cultivated farmland. Medieval and classical scenes adorn the frescoed walls along with hand-painted Deruta majolica and exquisite brickwork. €13,500,000
HENMAN HOUSE, MALIBU, CA Gated, private and custom, this Ed Niles glass-and-steel estate on 16.9 acres is framed by mountaintop canyon views. The chef’s kitchen with a black diamond fireplace and hidden panel cabinetry opens to the limestone patio and outdoor kitchen. The master suite has a huge master bath with spacious closets. Enjoy a lap pool and a 50foot helipad. www.MalibuViewEstate.com $8,950,000.
LAKE COEUR D’ALENE, IDAHO With spectacular views, this entertainer’s paradise boasts 30,000 square feet on 15 gated acres with a private drive and helipad. This gem features rare hardwoods, imported marble and granite,10 fireplaces and state-of-the-art security. Sparkling indoor and outdoor pools await, as well as indoor and outdoor championship tennis courts. www.15AcreIdahoEstate.com $17,500,000.
Robert Hurwitz Hurwitz-James Company 8447 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 401 Beverly Hills, CA 90211 310.477.8865 | www.HurwitzJamesCo.com BOB HURWITZ is president and founder of Hurwitz-James Company, started in 1987 and specializing in the marketing and sale of multi-million-dollar estates and luxury residential developments worldwide. Bob is regularly featured on “Extra,” “NBC First Look,” and “Mansions and Millionaires” as a top Realtor in Los Angeles dealing with high-profile properties and clients and is often called upon in print and television interviews for his expertise in worldwide luxury property buying trends. Bob’s clients are diverse, ranging from entertainment personalities to foreign buyers from Asia, Canada, Latin America, India, Europe and the Middle East. His worldwide listing inventory of trophy properties exceeds $900 million. Because of the nature of his clientele, which includes celebrities, Fortune 500 executives and foreign sellers and buyers, Bob understands the importance of interacting with all the parties’ representatives. He has multilingual translators on staff and his extensive experience consulting and negotiating with attorneys and business managers assures a smooth transaction. E-mail him at Bob@HurwitzJamesCo.com
CHATEAU DE PARADIS, PARIS, FRANCE This history of this castle begins in the 13th century when the land was owned by Duc De Choiseul, quartermaster-general under Louis XV. The castle was built in the 18th century and rests on 37 acres and boasts 14,681 square feet and is divided into 4 levels, all accessed from a magnificent stone staircase. Chateau de Paradis features 7 bedrooms, 8 baths, 2 kitchens and a music room. The castle is less than an hour from Paris. A rare opportunity to own a piece of French history! Offered at €5,600,000 / $7,450,000.
RANCHO MIRAGE ESTATE, CA Your own private resort, this 5-acre estate boasts approximately 18,000 square feet, 24-foot ceilings, massive fireplaces, a theater, library, 2-bedroom guesthouse, and a great room large enough to host several hundred guests. The resort-like grounds include a lake, waterfalls, and a glass-tiled pool with a grotto, a barbecue and a tennis court. www.RanchoMirageResidence.com $14,800,000.
PRIVATE ISLAND ON WHITEFISH LAKE, MONTANA This 7,500-square-foot custom-built log home boasts 5 bedrooms, 6 baths and includes a gourmet kitchen, 1,000-bottle wine cellar, river-rock fireplace, theater and a great room with floor-to-ceiling Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired Pella windows. Look out onto the pond, waterfall and Whitefish Lake. $8,950,000.
THE SAFE HOUSE, HOLLYWOOD, CA Featured on Yahoo as the safest house in the world, this modern-day fortress boasts an elevator, theater, heliport, 5 bedrooms, 8 baths, a wine cellar, rooftop patio, parking for 20 cars, 2 safe cores, 2 panic rooms, extensive surveillance and more. www.LASafeEstate.com $5,900,000.
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pecializing in California’s luxury estate, ranch and equestrian properties, Jerry can help with a land purchase or country getaway, as well as a prestigious residence in the San Francisco communities of Danville, Blackhawk, Diablo, Alamo and Pleasanton. Jerry is an experienced professional who takes pride in his job. He provides the support services and real estate knowledge to keep you on track throughout your transaction. Clients have described him as “knowledgeable, resourceful, tenacious, trustworthy and extremely professional.” He gives you the results you need as quickly as possible to accommodate your busy lifestyle. As a consistent million-dollar producer, Jerry is an honorary member of the International President’s Elite Club, among others. Visit his website to get more information.
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YATES RANCH IS A COLLECTION of 6 of Northern California’s finest working ranches. A total of 4,770 acres, including 402± acres of pasture grazing land, 658± acres of dry land farming, 486± acres of pivot-irrigated alfalfa, a total of 1,546± acres of farmable land, 7± wells and 5 spring-fed year-round ponds. Look out over mountain meadows, and grazing and timber land. The property also features a main residence, plus 3 additional houses, presently rented, and 2 new 1,000-ton hay storage barns. This is a chance of a lifetime to own a unique ranch. Check out www.YatesRanch.com for more information.
REDWOOD ROAD RANCH — This facility is located in a lovely wooded setting on the edge of the Redwood Regional Park. It has been in the family since 1935 and has been a fixture in the lives of generations of equestrian enthusiasts. The main residence is luxurious and spacious, and there are 3 other residences on the prop-
Dolly Hanna, Alain Pinel Realtors 925.791.2625 | Cell: 501.750.7887 DRE# 01748243
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erty being used for employee housing. In addition, there is a lighted, covered 70-by-160-foot arena, a lighted, outdoor 70-by-180-foot arena, 61 stalls, 5 tack rooms, 3 wash racks, miles of trails and more. Check out www.RedwoodRanchOakland.com for more information.
The West THE WHALEN RANCH CLEMENTS, CALIFORNIA Call for a private showing of this world-famous, 34-plus-acre quarter horse show and breeding ranch. The covered arena (100 by 150 feet) has 28 stalls, a shavings room, feed room and a breeding area with a complete laboratory with stocks. The broodmare barn features 12 (12 by 24 feet) lighted stalls and 4 foaling stalls complete with a video camera for foaling. The weaning barn features 12 (12 by 24 feet) stalls, heated and cooled with a swamp cooler maintaining an even temperature. Seven pastures are irrigated with programmable water sprinklers. There are also 2 dry pastures and 1 exercise pasture, 11 smaller turn-out corrals and a quarter-mile exercise track, not fenced. It includes a foreman’s living quarters plus living quarters for workers. The show barn is complete with a world-class trophy room, fireplace and trophy cases. There is also a 1-bedroom attached apartment and a covered 60-foot round corral. The ranch offers a custom main house, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, approximately 2,900 square feet of living space, a private study with a rock fireplace, a large den/family room with a rock fireplace, and a large wet bar. This home also features a custom built-in trophy display and bookcases throughout. The property is completely landscaped with well established beautiful roses and lawn. A large, fenced backyard hosts a heated pool and spa with a waterfall, great for summer entertaining. Check out www.TheWhalenRanch.com.
MANNING ROAD LIVERMORE, CALIFORNIA Here’s a one-of-kind parcel of vacant land with more than 100 acres just 5 minutes from downtown. This is all flat and useable land, with a springfed catch pond and great well. The seller has done numerous improvements to the land. There is existing drainage, a roadway and multiple homesites. A great property for an equestrian facility, nursery or a beautiful estate home. It has frontage on both Manning and Morgan Territory Road. With many uses, this property is a must-see. Priced to sell.
TASSAJARA VALLEY DANVILLE, CALIFORNIA Experience country living at its best in this custom, remodeled rancher with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Enjoy 2.66 level, usable acres with a 2stall horse barn, tack room, hay storage and workshop. A high-producing water well needs no storage tank. The formal living room offers a beautiful stone fireplace and the formal dining room has new laminate wood floors that continue throughout this warm and inviting home. You’ll love the remodeled gourmet kitchen, the large great room with a stone fireplace, the recessed lighting, designer colors and crown molding throughout. For full functionality, the laundry room comes with lots of storage space in overhead cabinets and counters. Numerous fruit and shade trees are on the property and the attached 3-car finished garage has automatic roll-up doors. Just 10 minutes from a shopping center and schools. Use your imagination … this property has many possibilities. Price upon request.
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Jim Arbeed Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage 650.558.4248 jim.arbeed@cbnorcal.com www.jimarbeed.com s a specialist in the marketing and sales of exceptional properties, Jim has earned a reputation for excellence among clients and business associates alike. His steadfast professional standards, extensive real estate knowledge and expertise in marketing highend residential properties have helped make him a leader in the industry. Jim’s success over the years is due in large part to his commitment to providing the best service possible and his passion for real estate. As a top-producer at Coldwell Banker, he has achieved the highest designation of International President’s Premier by consistently placing in the top 1 percent of more than 115,000 Coldwell Banker agents worldwide. Jim’s dedication also has earned him the prestigious status of Coldwell Banker San Francisco Bay Area Top 100, consistently ranking in the Top 10; and the distinction of being ranked the No. 1 Coldwell Banker agent for the Town of Hillsborough, Calif., which is located midway between San Francisco and the heart of Silicon Valley. Jim also has been recognized over the past few years as one of The Wall Street Journal’s Top 100 agents nationwide. In addition to the expertise and superb personalized service he offers, Jim’s award-winning achievements are based on the core values he exemplifies. He approaches every situation with an unwavering commitment to do what is best for his clients, while maintaining the highest levels of integrity, professionalism and ethics.
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HILLSBOROUGH, CALIFORNIA — This spectacular, custom-built Mediterranean home comprises approximately 7,500 square feet of resort-like living space showcased within a glorious setting. Beyond the gated entrance and long driveway, a beautifully landscaped 1-acre lot with majestic oaks, captivating bay views and a large pool complements the exquisite 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath estate. In addition, there is a stunning 1-bedroom and 1-bath guest apartment with a living room, full kitchen and hardwood flooring. Lofty ceilings and large picture-frame windows saturate the luxurious interior with cascades of natural light while numerous glass doors open to the expansive stone terrace, which overlooks the commanding views and verdant rear grounds. Highlights include a stately marble foyer with a sweeping staircase; ballroom-sized living room; a gourmet kitchen with a built-in breakfast nook, seating and an adjoining family room with a study; a separate wood-paneled office; and a second family or media room with adjoining billiards room, gym, pool bath and a temperature-controlled wine cellar. State-of-the-art technologies such as integrated music, security, central vacuum and full data networking systems, as well as zoned radiant heating and air conditioning, complete the amenities of this heavenly estate. $5,595,000.
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HILLSBOROUGH, CALIFORNIA — Regally positioned on a stunningly landscaped, approximately 2-acre site with picturesque views, this magnificent gated estate was built with uncompromising quality and attention to grand French architectural design. A backdrop of soaring ceilings, graceful archways and elaborate millwork imbues the residence with European-style grace and classic Old World elegance. Boasting more than 10,000 square feet with 5 bedroom suites, the 2-level main house caters to individual comfort with sumptuous high-end amenities. A spectacular grand foyer and living room with a coved ceiling with a height approaching 30 feet are a fitting prelude to the grandly proportioned interior spaces. Highlights include an elevator, chef’s kitchen, wood-paneled library, media room with bar and family room with fireplace and showcase wine room. The lavish master suite offers a large sitting area, spa-inspired bath, walk-in closets, a gym and a balcony. A separate nearly 1,800-square- foot guesthouse/cabana includes a lanai with fireplace, large bedroom and a bath with a steam shower and dry sauna. Completing the palatial setting are expansive manicured grounds replete with a tennis court, pool with spa pavilion and waterfall, outdoor kitchen, fountains, greenhouse and a 4-car garage. $10,950,000. UNIQUEHOMES.COM • ELITE 2011
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The Elite Directory of Luxury Professionals & Properties CALIFORNIA James Arbeed, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, 54-55 Michael Caruso, Michael Caruso Real Estate Group, 46 Shari Chase & Trinkie Watson, Chase International, 6-7 Mariann Cordova, Prudential California Realty, 1 Robert Hurwitz, Hurwitz-James Company, 50-51 Trudy Stambook, Meridian Condominium Sales/Centre City Properties, 17 Jerry R. Vaughn, Alain Pinel Realtors, 52-53 COLORADO Julie Gelfond, Coldwell Banker Devonshire, 48-49 Joyce Heffner-Williams & Troy Heffner, Keller Williams Clients’ Choice Realty, 42 James F. Lucarelli, Real Estate Affiliates of Telluride, 47 CONNECTICUT Nancy M. Dolan, Nicholas H. Fingelly Real Estate, Inc., 11 Melanie Smith, Prudential Connecticut Realty, 16 FLORIDA Chip Harris & Michele Peppe, Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, 35 Dermot OBrien, Islands Realty, 41 GEORGIA Debra Johnston, Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty, 30 HAWAII Patricia Choi, Choi International, 16 IDAHO Robert Hurwitz, Hurwitz-James Company, 50 ILLINOIS Debora McKay, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, 44-45 Tony Zaskowski, Property Consultants, 40
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MARYLAND Carolina Barksdale, LACAZE Meredith Real Estate, 25 Cornelia C. Heckenbach, LACAZE Meredith Real Estate, 27 MICHIGAN Rik Lobenherz, Prudential Preferred Properties Network, 22-23
VIRGINIA Leslie Becker, Smith Mountain Lake Properties, 3 Jane Bulette, Weichert, Realtors, Mason-Davis, 24 Jeanne P. Hockaday, Virginia Country Real Estate, Inc., 26 Casey Margenau, RE/MAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc., 28
MISSOURI Anne Ryan & John Ryan, The Ryan Tradition, Coldwell Banker Gundaker, 21
WEST VIRGINIA The Greenbrier Sporting Club, Inside Front Cover
MONTANA Robert Hurwitz, Hurwitz James Company, 51 NEVADA Shari Chase & Trinkie Watson, Chase International, 6-7 NEW YORK Maria Babaev, LuxuryLongIsland.com, 8 Lawrence Citarelli, Jr., First Hampton International Realty, 14-15 Josiane Fleming & Robin Kaplan, Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate, 19 Eugenia Foxworth, Foxworth Realty, 18 NORTH CAROLINA Elizabeth Allardice, RE/MAX Capital Realty, 43 Masha Halpern, Keller Williams Realty, 30 Mary Munroe, Bald Head Island Vacations & Sales, Inc., 32-33 W. Terry Potts, Country Club Properties, 31 Linda Rike & Ed Daughety, Linda Rike Real Estate, 29 OHIO Jane Kessler Lennox, New Albany Realty, 20 TEXAS Dara Allen, Dara & Associates, 34 Beth Ferester, Coldwell Banker United, Realtors, 34 Sue Krider, Alllie Beth Allman & Associates, 43
INTERNATIONAL BAHAMAS John Christie, H.G. Christie, 12-13 W. Larry Roberts, Bahamas Realty, 9 BRAZIL Eugenia Foxworth, Foxworth Realty, 18 CANADA Patricia Houlihan, Macdonald Realty, Ltd., 42 Gerald Lawrence, Coldwell Banker R.M.R. Real Estate, Brokerage, Back Cover Julie Martin, RE/MAX Professionals, 46 DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Lawrence Citarelli, Jr., First Hampton International Realty, 14 FRANCE Robert Hurwitz, Hurwitz James Company, 51 ITALY Robert Hurwitz, Hurwitz James Company, 50 MEXICO Eugenia Foxworth, Foxworth Realty, 18 ST. MAARTEN Arun Jagtiani, Island Real Estate Team, 36-37 SWITZERLAND Cybèle Antoun, C’And, 38 MISCELLANEOUS Luxury Portfolio Fine Property Collection, 4-5 LuxuryRealEstate.com, 10 The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, 39
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Canada UXBRIDGE, ONTARIO, CANADA True luxury is afforded at this residence with an open-concept floor plan. Extensive upgrades and finishes with sophisticated decor, 10-foot ceilings on the main floor, 9-foot ceilings and radiant heating on lower level, crown molding, built-in high-end appliances and a gourmet kitchen are offered. A large covered patio faces a forested portion of the golf course. ClubLink lifetime platinum golf package included. $1,249,000 CDN. www.76WyndanceWay.com
Gerald Lawrence Coldwell Banker R.M.R. Real Estate, Brokerage Direct: +1.416.556.0238 Toll free: +1.866.666.2696 Info@LuxuryRegistry.ca www.LuxuryRegistry.ca
s a certified Previews® Property Specialist and seasoned REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker R.M.R. Real Estate, Brokerage, Gerald is connected globally for buyers and sellers of luxury properties in Canada, the U.S. and the Caribbean. His area of expertise includes relocation to Canada, luxury properties, new homes, custom-built homes, vacation/second homes, farms and ranches, Caribbean luxury villas and estates, Caribbean oceanfront and prime ocean-view lots. Being a Luxury Property Specialist with Coldwell Banker Previews International®, Gerald brings sophisticated marketing tools and the international connections to attract the world’s most-qualified luxury home buyers and sellers. If you are looking for a property in Canada, the Cayman Islands or Jamaica, please contact Gerald today for a consultation. If you own properties in any of these countries and wish to have the power of the Coldwell Banker Previews International® brand behind you, Gerald can be reached direct at +1 (416) 556.0238. See www.GeraldLawrence.ca for current listings.
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UXBRIDGE, ONTARIO, CANADA On a premium lot backing to a forest with a large backyard for a swimming pool, this custom-built, Bembridge model home has 4 finished bedrooms; 4 baths; neutral decor; an enclosed, insulated porch; and high-end upgrades and finishes throughout. A close walk to the golf course and park with tennis and basketball. A deeded platinum-level lifetime golf membership included. Fortyfive minutes to Toronto. $879,900 CDN. www.54WyndanceWay.com GRAND CAYMAN, CAYMAN ISLANDS (UK) — Luxury, contemporary villa design concepts in the Cayman Islands. Choose from 6 subdivisions across Grand Cayman, Little Cayman and Cayman Brac. There is no income tax, inheritance tax, restrictions on investment purchases, non-residents tax, capital gains or other similar tax in the Cayman Islands. Vacant lots from £40,000 to £189,000 and luxury villas from £262,398 to £515,559. $817,000 CDN. www.CaymanListings.com ONTARIO, CANADA — Exquisite custom homes in a protected forest setting. The grand design and architecture of these homes speak to the luxury that one gets to live in. Elegant features and design concepts attract the perceptive buyer, while 10-foot ceilings, recessed lighting, hardwood floors, crown molding, highend fixtures and appliances beckon them to stay. Model shown is 5,151 square feet with 5 bedrooms and 5 baths. Models from $947,000 CDN. $1,618,000 CDN for model shown. www.LuxuryRegistry.ca