February 14, 2016
In honor of the Grammy Awards and Valentine’s Day, I’m sharing a few romantic homes once owned by musicians. Percy Lodge, an 18th century English country home, was once owned by Bad Company rock drummer Simon Kirke. Villa Grasse, with stunning views of the Côte d’Azur, was once owned by French composer and harpist Germaine […]
February 7, 2016
I’m flooded with buyers looking for homes in walkable communities. Millennials, downsizing couples and people with disabilities are all in search of a unicorn – town homes, single-family homes and apartments within walking distance to a city center. Homeowners of all ages don’t want to drive. They want to walk into town, grab a bite to eat, throw back a […]
January 4, 2016
The top 10 must-have items that will be major selling points for 2016 are: Contemporary Design or Mid-Century Modern Porcelain Flooring that Looks like Wood Granite Countertops Stainless-Steel Appliances Open-Floor Plan Walk-in Designed Closets Eat-in Chef’s Kitchen with Wine Cooler and Pantries Impact French Doors and Windows for Maximum Natural Lighting En Suite Bedrooms Fireplace (yes – even in Miami) Lush Tropical Landscaping Pool […]
December 6, 2015
Tuesday night, I had the honor of being included in a sneak preview of 33, the new Peruvian influenced restaurant in Coconut Grove. Chef Sebastian Fernandez, former food and beverage director of Coral Reef Yacht Club, served up beautiful plates of Causa Limena, Seared Scallops and Ceviche de corvina. Chef’s philosophy centers on incorporating no more than five ingredients in any dish so that […]
November 27, 2015
My newest listing is a contemporary family home in Devonwood on half an acre that thrills from the moment you walk over a wooden foot bridge through a lush tropical hammock to enter this fabulous abode. Devonwood, one of the most desirable, safe and private communities in Village of Pinecrest, is known as the Coconut Grove of the Village by virtue of its forest of towering oaks and palms and shimmering landscapes of filtered light. It […]
November 1, 2015
After 36 years, the final night of pork rolling cakes, calamari salad, best pho in the world, beef and fresh rice noodles and spicy fried chicken was nothing short of delicious delirium. Despite the Friday early seating, the spirited diners were jubilant to snag a table for the last supper (perhaps). The eight and ten o’clock diners were no doubt mightily disappointed that the early birds […]
October 18, 2015
A haunting feast for the eyes, ears and soul…this show is not to be missed. It’s not exactly the Dead, as in Grateful. Rather it’s the spirits of fictional characters from historic Coconut Grove who come to life in dance as they jete and pirouette across The Barnacle Historic State Park. Watch as they dance their stories beneath the moonlit sky and […]
October 5, 2015
The luxury market in the Village of Pinecrest continues to thrive in the $1M to $1.4M price range. Out of 30 single family home sales, almost half the sales were in this pocket. The balance of sales fell between $1.5M and $2.9M. When comparing high-end sales for the third quarter of 2015 to 2014, the numbers are stable. However, sales under […]
October 4, 2015
Single family home sales are steady and stable in the Village of Pinecrest. The chart compares the third quarter of this year to third quarter sales in 2014 and there are a few surprises. The average luxury home sale price is up a mere 2% as is sales under a million at 2.5%. The average sale price per square foot is up 6% in […]