Sotheby's International Realty brand enters Panama

Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced the signing of an exclusive 25-year master franchise agreement with Global Realty Enterprises, S.A, to develop the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand throughout Panama, with the opening of Panama Sotheby’s International Realty in Panama City.

Panama Sotheby’s International Realty is owned by Rafael Alejandro Gangi, who founded Global Realty Enterprises, an established real estate company specializing in the metropolitan, mountain, beach and golf markets of Panama that will now do business as Panama Sotheby’s International Realty.

“Panama is a strategically important market for the Sotheby’s International Realty brand,” said Philip White, president and chief executive officer, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “The real estate market is very dynamic and represents another key step forward in our growth in Latin America. Panama is competitive in the tourism sector and is ranked second in per capita foreign investment in Latin America. We are proud to enter this beautiful country under Rafael Alejandro Gangi’s established leadership.”

According to Gangi, his team has more than 10 years’ experience in the international market and is trained to guide clients on how to capitalize on their investments. “Our philosophy is based on an integrated vision of excellence and professionalism in our services,” he said. “We believe that the global reach of theSotheby’s International Realty brand will help us showcase the fine property we represent to a broad base of consumers worldwide.”

The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has nearly 14,000 sales associates located in approximately 680 offices in 49 countries and territories worldwide. Panama Sotheby’s International Realty listings will be marketed on the sothebysrealty.com global website. In addition to the referral opportunities and widened exposure generated from this source, the firm’s brokers and clients will benefit from an association with the Sotheby’s auction house and worldwide Sotheby’s International Realty marketing programs. Each office is independently owned and operated.

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Sotheby's International Realty office opens in Nelson, New Zealand

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New Zealand’s premier residential real estate company opens a new showroom and office in Nelson today (Monday 25 November), demonstrating continued expansion and investment in its business.

New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty, which has its head office in Queenstown and offices throughout the country, will open the Trafalgar Street office, making it the third to open in as many months.

Independently New Zealand owned and operated, the company is the fastest growing privately-owned real estate business in the country, undergoing significant expansion and investment.

Located in the heart of Nelson at the base of the iconic and highly-recognisable Cathedral Steps, the Nelson showroom is in one of the city’s highest foot traffic areas attracting a large number of local and international visitors.

The expansive new showroom will be spearheaded by well-known Nelson local Simone Henbrey, alongside local registered real estate salesperson Wendy Lindbom as administration support.

New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty co-owners Julian Brown and Mark Harris said the Nelson premise was possibly one of the company’s "best and most high profile locations".

"The response from the locals has been so supportive and people have really noticed that Simone and New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty have a unique point of difference when selling or buying a property," they said.

"Our extensive national and international referral network is an incredibly powerful selling tool.

"Coupled with other unique marketing tools such as our bi-monthly Property Style magazine that’s distributed to an extensive database and found in major Koru lounges throughout Australia and New Zealand, we offer a level of service unrivalled in the area."

The Nelson-based team will work closely with specialised broker Mike Barnett who works for the company in the Marlborough region, providing a referral network between the two regions.

Ms Henbrey has lived in Nelson’s Cathedral area with her two children for eight years and joined the company in May.

She said the Sotheby’s International Realty brand had been "incredibly well received" in the region.

"I knew there was demand in the area for a brand as prestigious and well thought of as Sotheby’s International Realty and I’ve been overwhelmed with the positive feedback so far," she said.

"It’s been a very successful six months with multiple properties sold, some of which had previously stood quiet for some time, and I’m delighted to have some amazing listings on our books right now.

"The showroom enables us to market homes to a wider audience and with the generous window space it’s perfect for large property displays. You won’t miss it when you walk by."

"I certainly have been busy these last few months. People appreciate and love the fresh approach that comes with listing your home with the New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty network of offices," she said.

"The company’s referral system is second-to-none so as soon as a property is listed with me in Nelson, it’s listed with the entire Sotheby’s International Realty team globally, and with over 13,000 associates worldwide across 660 offices, that’s a pretty strong team."

Ms Henbrey has marketed and sold a number of high profile properties including several large family homes in Nelson’s dress circle above the Cathedral and an iconic historic cottage in Victory.

Simone has also just listed Nelson’s premium Quay Waterfront Apartments on an exclusive basis.

"The Quay Apartments are one of the town’s most iconic residences and I’m excited to showcase them to not only the local and New Zealand market but also the world."

Ms Henbrey said more than half of her recent sales were to purchasers relocating to Nelson.

"It isn’t just about the monetary value; a home boasts unique aspects that make it special to current and future owners," she said.

"It could be the last beachfront property of its kind, have million dollar views unrivalled in Nelson or it could be a one-bedroom period villa. Each has a unique proposition that makes it special."

Ms Henbrey is highly-regarded in the Nelson area for her work on restoring the town’s historic Melrose House, responsible for fundraising, organising open days and attracting sponsorship to ensure the property, built around 1879, was returned to its former glory.

Ms Henbrey started her property career in 1995 in Auckland, where she was responsible for the marketing and sales of period homes in Mt Eden before moving to Nelson in 2005.

She is also an experienced and award-winning interior designer, graduating from the Auckland School of Interior Design and New York’s Sheffield School of Interior Design

The Nelson showroom comes hot on the heels of new offices in Central Otago’s Wanaka and Arrowtown, taking the company’s offices up to eight with more in the pipeline.

Sotheby’s International Realty Brand Enters Saudi Arabia

Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced it has signed an exclusive  25-year master franchise agreement with  Regents Group LLC to develop the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand throughout Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Kuwait, with its first office set to open in Riyadh this month.

The firm will conduct business as First Regents Sotheby’s International Realty with Paul Aiken as managing broker. The office in Riyadh will serve the luxury residential real estate market throughout Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Al Khobar.

“Saudi Arabia is a strategically important market for the Sotheby’s International Realtybrand and this signing represents a key step forward in our overall growth plans across the Middle East,” said Philip White, president and chief executive officer, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC.  “The First Regents Sotheby’s International Realty team offers in-depth local knowledge and is led by an experienced management team.  Many Saudi nationals look to international markets to purchase real estate, making this an important new market for our luxury network.”

First Regents Sotheby’s International Realty is located at King Fahad Road, Tatweer Tower in Riyadh. 

“First Regents Sotheby’s International Realty aims to provide excellence in service and the widest local and  international visibility for sales and rentals of extraordinary residential and commercial properties,” said Aiken. “We excel at marketing our clients' exclusive properties through online channels to ensure that each property receives the awareness it deserves, both locally and internationally.”

The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has nearly 14,000 sales associates located in approximately 680 offices in 49 countries and territories worldwide.  First Regents Sotheby’s International Realty listings will be marketed on the sothebysrealty.com global website.  In addition to the referral opportunities and widened exposure generated from this source, the firm’s brokers and clients will benefit from an association with the Sotheby’s auction house and worldwide Sotheby’s International Realty marketing programs.  Each office is independently owned and operated.

Dubai Sotheby's International Realty launches

Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced it has signed an exclusive 25-year master franchise agreement with Prime Realty Ltd to develop the Sotheby's International Realty(R) brand throughout the United Arab Emirates, with its first office set to open next to Dubai's Burj Khalifa in November 2013.

The firm will conduct business as Dubai Sotheby's International Realty with Billy Rautenbach as managing director and Eric Roche, who spent nearly a decade at Sotheby's International Realty in its Manhattan East Side brokerage office in New York City, as director of international sales and development.

"Dubai is a strategically important market for the Sotheby's International Realty brand and this signing represents a key step forward in our overall growth plans across the Middle East," said Philip White, president and chief executive officer, Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC. "The Dubai Sotheby's International team offers local knowledge and experience and is led by a seasoned executive team. Billy Rautenbach has been in real estate for 28 years, with nine years in Dubai. During this time, she has cultivated one of the largest real estate businesses in the Middle East and gained expertise in leading a team of more than 600 in property management, sales, leasing, investments, project development, management and marketing both locally and internationally."

The office will be located at Emaar Boulevard Plaza, Tower One, Suite 2601, next to the Burj Khalifa.

"We strive to provide the very best service to our clients," said Roche. "This is underlined by the significant attention and involvement we give to all our clients and services, both locally and regionally. Over the years, we have acquired an excellent reputation and a credible track record as leading specialists in our chosen fields, and the Sotheby's International Realty brand's reputation as the world's premium luxury property marketer is a perfect fit for this region."

The Sotheby's International Realty network currently has more than 13,000 sales associates located in approximately 670 offices in 49 countries and territories worldwide. Dubai Sotheby's International Realty listings will be marketed on the sothebysrealty.com global website. In addition to the referral opportunities and widened exposure generated from this source, the firm's brokers and clients will benefit from an association with the Sotheby's auction house and worldwide Sotheby's International Realty marketing programs. Each office is independently owned and operated.

Kimpton Hotel Cayman receives planning permission.

An artist’s impression of the planned Kimpton hotel shows how Dart Realty’s $200 million project will change the visual landscape of the Seven Mile Beach area. 

The design plans for the project have been revealed following the Central Planning Authority’s decision to grant approval for the hotel and condo development, which features two 10-story buildings and six beach-front bungalows. 

“We are delighted to have received approval from the Central Planning Authority for the Kimpton resort and we look forward to starting construction,” said Jackie Doak, chief operating officer of Dart Realty.  

“The Kimpton resort will expand and complement Cayman’s high quality tourism product. This is an important milestone in growing our tourism product and facilitating continued economic recovery. Employment and contracting opportunities relating to the construction of the hotel with DECCO and its sub-contractors will be commencing in the upcoming months,” she added. 

The permanent closure of a small part of West Bay Road has enabled designers to position the hotel well back from the coastline. The design takes advantage of the extra space with amenities, including the pool, public walkway and gardens between the buildings and the water. 

The plans feature a rooftop restaurant and bar featuring 360-degree ocean views and all guest rooms will have a view of the water, taking advantage of the location between Seven Mile Beach and the North Sound.  

The plans also feature a glass-walled lobby and arrival court, raised 24 feet above sea level to offer guests sweeping views of the pool, gardens and ocean. 

The bulk of the parking will be underground and the resort’s open spaces, including the beach bar and walkway/bicycle path, will be open to the public.  

Trendy San Francisco hotel chain Kimpton signed up in July to manage the property, scheduled to open in late 2016. 

The project will create around 400 jobs, according to Dart, and PricewaterhouseCoopers has said the hotel will generate $755 million for the local economy over 20 years. 

The hotel will have “265 keys.” This includes 37 suites which are for sale and the six bungalows. Adjacent to the hotel is the residential building, which features 61 condos. 

Dart says the design is intended to craft a “modern Caymanian and Caribbean aesthetic” that “sets the tone for future Seven Mile Beach development.” 

SB Architects and John Doak Architecture are collaborating on the design.  

The Central Planning Authority granted planning permission with minor conditions, including the addition of 15 extra parking spaces. 

The National Roads Authority agreement between the Cayman Islands government and the developer, which paved the way for the hotel to be built in the planned location, remains a point of controversy for some.  

A lawsuit filed in February by four West Bay residents claims land swaps between government and Dart violated due process, were “unconstitutional,” “irrational” and “ultra vires,” or outside the law. Dart is contesting the suit along with four government agencies.

Shared from original article in Cayman Compass.

Kimpton Hotel - Seven Mile Beach

The Caymanian Compass reports:

The Dart Group’s Kimpton hotel won’t just be the Cayman Islands’ first 10-storey building, it will be the country’s first pair of 10-storey buildings. 

That’s according to a planning application filed by local architect John Doak on behalf of Blossom Estates, the Dart company in charge of the Seven Mile Beach resort project. 

The plans call for a 10-storey hotel building and a 10-storey condo building, each about 130 feet tall, plus three one-storey bungalows, between the Esterley Tibbetts Highway and the now-closed strip of West Bay Road. According to the plans, the existing Surfside Beach Restaurant & Bar will remain on the beachside. Also preserved is an existing public right-of-way to Public Beach. 

The section of West Bay Road was closed in exchange for Dart extending the Esterley Tibbetts to West Bay, under an agreement between Dart and the former United Democratic Party government. A group of residents has challenged that closure in court and a hearing on the case is due to be held in December. 

According to the planning application, Dart’s hotel is expected to cost $139 million to build, with 60 per cent of costs for materials and 40 per cent for labour. Planning fees totalled more than $239,000. 

The footprint of the proposed project is 111,898 square feet, with a gross floor area of 589,170 square feet. 

Square footage  

The footprint of the hotel building is 75,248 square feet, with a total gross floor area of 414,426 square feet. There is some 34,638 square feet of commercial space in the hotel building, for a spa, shops, two restaurants, a bar and meeting rooms. The footprint of the condo building is 36,650 square feet, with a total gross area of 170,244 square feet. Each of the three bungalows is 1,500 square feet. 

The buildings are clustered around a pool, with the complex opening up to Seven Mile Beach. 

In addition to the 10 storeys of living space, each building has two storeys for underground parking. In total, the hotel building has 203 rooms and 37 apartments, ranging in size from 582 square feet for a single king-sized room to 2,563 for a four-bedroom apartment. The condo building has 62 units, ranging from 650 square feet for a studio, to 3,066 square feet for a four-bedroom apartment. There are six bungalow units in all, each being 750 square feet. 

Features  

The first floor of the hotel building contains the lobby, a 5,000-square foot grand ballroom with a terrace, a 2,200-square-foot junior ballroom and a 750-square-foot bedroom. The lobby also contains a 2,120-square-foot space for “Dart retail”, lounge bar and a three-meal restaurant, on the beachside of the building, with seating for about 70 people. 

The 10th floor of the hotel building contains a “sky bar and feature restaurant”, with indoor and outdoor seating for about 60 people.  

The first floors of the hotel and condo buildings are 24 and 25 feet above mean sea level, and their roofs rise to about 142 feet above sea level, with the entire physical structures sitting under the maximum 158-foot height set by Cayman’s aviation authority. 

To gain access to the property, the plans show a curving divided driveway extending northwest from the Esterley Tibbetts to the resort buildings. In addition to underground parking, there is a surface parking lot with 158 spaces next to the Esterley Tibbetts. 

Companies  

The US architect is SB Architects of Florida, along with local firm John Doak Architecture. The landscape architect is ESDA of Maryland. The structural engineer is APEC Consulting Engineers of Cayman. The MEP engineer is TLC Engineering for Architecture of Florida. 

Earlier in July, Dart formally announced that San Francisco-based Kimpton will manage the new hotel. Dart acquired the site from developer Stan Thomas in 2011. The property is the location of the former Courtyard Marriott, which was demolished to make way for the new hotel.  

The opening date for the Kimpton in Cayman is 2016. The plans for the hotel are available for public viewing at the Cayman Islands Planning Department, and 
still have to be approved by officials. 

Open House Saturday | Cayman Islands Sotheby's International Realty

11am - 1pm Join Adolfo Alba at Coral Gables. Delightful 3bed home in a family friendly neighbourhood.

#85 Invicta Drive, Coral Gables

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11am - 1pm Join Karina McDermot at Tropical Manor. Fantastic water front complex with views over the North Sound. Unbeatable value for 1bed condo here.

Tropical Manor #15

New to market

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1pm - 3pm Join Basia Harris

#23 Lovedale Dr, Savannah Meadows
4bed 3.5bath family home
4,500sqft | 0.6acre lot
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1pm - 3pm Join Shernean Whorms

#72 Angle Ridge Dr, Beach Bay
5bed 5bath family home includes separate 1bed rental suite
3,150sqft | 0.36acre lot
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Open House: Saturday 11am - 1pm

Offered at $189k
Les Suites #7 - Literally 355yards from the front door to feet in sand on Seven Mile Beach! Unbeatable value for the location with 2beds and 2 full baths. Adjacent to DART owned land, it really doesn't get any better than this!

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Open House Saturday 11am - 2pm

Saturday 11am - 2pm two great Open Houses.

#23 Lovedale Dr, Savannah Meadows
4bed 3.5bath family home
4,500sqft | 0.6acre lot
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#72 Angle Ridge Dr, Beach Bay
5bed 5bath family home includes separate 1bed rental suite
3,150sqft | 0.36acre lot
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Nelson Quay home, Governor's Harbour

Nelson Quay #78

Offered at US$1.45m
5,500sqft
4bed, 4.5bath

Spacious family home on 1/2acre lot in Governor's Harbour just minutes from Seven Mile Beach. 200ft of canal front and large boat dock for all of your water toys.

Philippine Sotheby's International Realty launches

MADISON, NJ and MANILA, PHILIPPINES -- Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced its entrance into the Philippines with the signing of a 25-year master franchise agreement with Philippine Sotheby's International Realty to develop the Sotheby's International Realty(R) brand in the Philippines with the first office opening in Manila.

Philip Mareschal serves as chief executive officer of Philippine Sotheby's International Realty, which will focus exclusively on the luxury home, apartment, retirement property, prime resort and vacation residence markets. The firm is located at Unit 802 at the Eco Tower in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig 1634, Manila, Philippines. An additional office is planned to open in Cebu, Visayas, later this year.

"Philippine Sotheby's International Realty is yet another key step forward in our overall expansion plan for Southeast Asia," said Philip White, chief executive officer, Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC. "Philip Mareschal has 13 years of experience as a top-tier real estate professional with Premier Sotheby's International Realty in Naples, Florida. His firsthand knowledge and experience in leveraging the value of our brand will be an asset as he brings a new level of luxury real estate service into the Philippines."

According to Mareschal, luxury real estate in the Philippines is a growing niche market and his firm is focused on bridging new opportunities for both local and foreign clients. "Our agents devote themselves to providing invaluable local knowledge and service on an international scale while offering our clients exceptional service by bringing the world to their home, paying attention to the details and understanding their needs, all with the goal of making their real estate transaction more enjoyable and worry free," he said. "Our office is centrally located at the center for booming businesses and sophisticated lifestyle in BGC Taguig, Manila, Philippines."

The Sotheby's International Realty(R) network currently has more than 13,000 sales associates located in approximately 660 offices in 49 countries and territories worldwide. Philippine Sotheby's International Realty listings will be marketed on the sothebysrealty.com global website. In addition to the referral opportunities and widened exposure generated from this source, the firm's brokers and clients will benefit from an association with the Sotheby's auction house and worldwide Sotheby's International Realty marketing programs. Each office is independently owned and operated.

About Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC Founded in 1976 to provide independent brokerages with a powerful marketing and referral program for luxury listings, the Sotheby's International Realty network was designed to connect the finest independent real estate companies to the most prestigious clientele in the world. Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC is a subsidiary of Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY), a global leader in real estate franchising and provider of real estate brokerage, relocation and settlement services. In February 2004, Realogy entered into a long-term strategic alliance with Sotheby's, the operator of the auction house. The agreement provided for the licensing of the Sotheby's International Realty name and the development of a full franchise system. Affiliations in the system are granted only to brokerages and individuals meeting strict qualifications. Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC supports its affiliates with a host of operational, marketing, recruiting, educational and business development resources. Franchise affiliates also benefit from an association with the venerable Sotheby's auction house, established in 1744. For more information, visit www.sothebysrealty.com.

CONTACTS Kay Lee Director, International Marketing, Asia Pacific Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC 175 Park Avenue, Madison, NJ 07940 m + 852.9851.5333 t + 1.973.407.4953 f + 1.866.746.2429 kay.lee@sothebysrealty.com Philip Mareschal CEO Philippine Sotheby's International Realty Unit 802 Eco Tower, 32nd Street Corner 9th Avenue Bonifacio Global City, Taguig 1634, Philippines m + 63.917.814.3795 philip.mareschal@sothebysrealty.com Mae Carl Perdon Marketing Director, Philippines Philippine Sotheby's International Realty Unit 802 Eco Tower, 32nd Street Corner 9th Avenue Bonifacio Global City, Taguig 1634, Philippines m + 63.917.565.3191 mc.perdon@sothebysrealty.com

The Highlands New Build | Open House

Saturday 11:30am - 2pm
Hillard Drive, The Highlands (Opposite Cemetery Beach)
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Exceptional and modern 3bed new build, buy in time to choose your paint colour!

Twin Coves, Cayman luxury property

Twin Coves, luxury Caribbean real estate

Twin Coves, an elegant island estate featuring 1.72 acres and 334 feet of ocean frontage emanating an aura of fine living a true diadem of beauty within the luxury real estate market of the Cayman Islands. Twin Coves is located on the spectacular northern coast line of the Queens Highway on the largest of the Cayman Islands: Grand Cayman. From the moment you drive through the gates, you are awed by the grandeur and presence of Twin Coves. Two private, inviting sandy white swimming coves form the centerpiece of the estate, surrounded by the impressive main house and separate guest residence collectively forming an architecturally spectacular impression unique in the Caribbean real estate market.
The front entrance of Twin Coves opens into a dramatic grand hall with a 30 ft ceiling surrounded by three foot wide crown molding, thus setting the tone for additional unique features including hand carved alabaster stone columns, custom stain glass ceiling copula, hand carved alabaster stone fireplace and onyx mosaic floor inlay. It provides a perfect blend of opulence and elegance, luxury and lifestyle.
To the right of the grand hall is an oversized executive chef kitchen with top of the line appliances, custom wood cabinetry and exotic granite counter tops. Adjacent to the kitchen is the family room with mahogany tray ceiling mirroring that of the family room marble floor.
To the left of the grand hall is the custom made and hand crafted solid birch and poplar library and executive bath tiled with rare onyx from floor to ceiling. With 9,500 sq ft of living space, this amazing residence offers a large ground floor master suite with spacious grand bath, private sitting area and fully equipped wet bar. With a push of a button, the executive elevator takes you to the second floor and three en suite bedrooms with bonus room and kitchen. If elevator transit doesn't suit you, an elegant stone staircase of Jerusalem limestone ascends from the East hall to a dramatic mezzanine walkway overlooking the grand hall while offering alternate access to the second floor guest suites.
The guest residence offers 5,500 sqft of living area divided into two separate apartments including 1BR/1B and 3B/2.5B with the possibility of a third apartment or alternatively a fitness area/game room, each accessible via covered exterior staircase or large interior elevator.
The grounds of the estate are remarkable with beautiful flora and fauna. Take time to sunbathe beside the heated pool surrounded by Peruvian tiled deck or unwind under the shade of the delightful poolside gazebo, perfect for relaxing and or entertaining.
Other features include 4 car garage with granite floor, elevator machine room, six zone irrigation system, 30,000 gal cistern, native stone walls encompassing the property and electronic gate adding greater privacy and security.
Cayman Islands Sotheby's International Realty is a member of CIREBA.

View property details for Twin Coves, luxury Cayman property here.
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Malta office opens for Sotheby's International Realty

Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced its luxury real estate services are now available in Malta with the opening of Malta Sotheby's International Realty.

The firm, which is jointly owned by Michael, Andrew and Tony Zammit and Roger Strickland Jr., serves the high-end residential real estate market throughout the island of Malta in Southern Europe.

"Our expansion into Malta continues our commitment to providing access to the Sotheby's International Realty network's exclusive real estate services in key countries around the world," said Philip White, president and chief executive officer, Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC. "This affiliation, which strengthens our presence in Europe, offers us entrance into the exciting Maltese market. We are very pleased that our global clientele will now have access to our services in this historic and beautiful country."

According to Michael Zammit, it is the team's goal to deliver efficient and personalized services with professionalism and confidentiality. "Our team has the experience and local market knowledge, and now we add to that the international network of the Sotheby's International Realty brand to form a very powerful combination," he said. "As well, the Island of Malta, renowned for its history, hospitality and Mediterranean charm, has become a prime location for foreign businesses, property investment and as a holiday destination. Investing in property here remains an attractive proposition with the Maltese market achieving strong appreciation depending on location. Lifestyle developments have quickly become the most exclusive and sought after addresses on the island. This, coupled with the various tax benefits and fiscal incentives, make our island an attractive option to either retire or relocate."

The Sotheby's International Realty(R) network currently has more than 12,800 sales associates located in approximately 660 offices in 47 countries and territories worldwide. Malta Sotheby's International Realty listings will be marketed on the sothebysrealty.com global website. In addition to the referral opportunities and widened exposure generated from this source, the firm's brokers and clients will benefit from an association with the Sotheby's auction house and worldwide Sotheby's International Realty marketing programs. Each office is independently owned and operated.

About Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC Founded in 1976 to provide independent brokerages with a powerful marketing and referral program for luxury listings, the Sotheby's International Realty network was designed to connect the finest independent real estate companies to the most prestigious clientele in the world. Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC is a subsidiary of Realogy Holdings Corp. RLGY -1.69%  , a global leader in real estate franchising and provider of real estate brokerage, relocation and settlement services. In February 2004, Realogy entered into a long-term strategic alliance with Sotheby's, the operator of the auction house. The agreement provided for the licensing of the Sotheby's International Realty name and the development of a full franchise system. Affiliations in the system are granted only to brokerages and individuals meeting strict qualifications. Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC supports its affiliates with a host of operational, marketing, recruiting, educational and business development resources. Franchise affiliates also benefit from an association with the venerable Sotheby's auction house, established in 1744. For more information, visit www.sothebysrealty.com.

Twin Coves, Cayman luxury real estate

Twin Coves, luxury Caribbean real estate

Twin Coves, an elegant island estate featuring 1.72 acres and 334 feet of ocean frontage emanating an aura of fine living a true diadem of beauty within the luxury real estate market of the Cayman Islands. Twin Coves is located on the spectacular northern coast line of the Queens Highway on the largest of the Cayman Islands: Grand Cayman. From the moment you drive through the gates, you are awed by the grandeur and presence of Twin Coves. Two private, inviting sandy white swimming coves form the centerpiece of the estate, surrounded by the impressive main house and separate guest residence collectively forming an architecturally spectacular impression unique in the Caribbean real estate market.
The front entrance of Twin Coves opens into a dramatic grand hall with a 30 ft ceiling surrounded by three foot wide crown molding, thus setting the tone for additional unique features including hand carved alabaster stone columns, custom stain glass ceiling copula, hand carved alabaster stone fireplace and onyx mosaic floor inlay. It provides a perfect blend of opulence and elegance, luxury and lifestyle.
To the right of the grand hall is an oversized executive chef kitchen with top of the line appliances, custom wood cabinetry and exotic granite counter tops. Adjacent to the kitchen is the family room with mahogany tray ceiling mirroring that of the family room marble floor.
To the left of the grand hall is the custom made and hand crafted solid birch and poplar library and executive bath tiled with rare onyx from floor to ceiling. With 9,500 sq ft of living space, this amazing residence offers a large ground floor master suite with spacious grand bath, private sitting area and fully equipped wet bar. With a push of a button, the executive elevator takes you to the second floor and three en suite bedrooms with bonus room and kitchen. If elevator transit doesn't suit you, an elegant stone staircase of Jerusalem limestone ascends from the East hall to a dramatic mezzanine walkway overlooking the grand hall while offering alternate access to the second floor guest suites.
The guest residence offers 5,500 sqft of living area divided into two separate apartments including 1BR/1B and 3B/2.5B with the possibility of a third apartment or alternatively a fitness area/game room, each accessible via covered exterior staircase or large interior elevator.
The grounds of the estate are remarkable with beautiful flora and fauna. Take time to sunbathe beside the heated pool surrounded by Peruvian tiled deck or unwind under the shade of the delightful poolside gazebo, perfect for relaxing and or entertaining.
Other features include 4 car garage with granite floor, elevator machine room, six zone irrigation system, 30,000 gal cistern, native stone walls encompassing the property and electronic gate adding greater privacy and security.
Cayman Islands Sotheby's International Realty is a member of CIREBA.

View property details for Twin Coves, luxury Cayman property here.

Turtle Cove & Coral Gables Open House

Saturday 6th April 2013

10am - 12pm Turtle Cove 

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Turtle Cove, Snug Harbour

11am - 1pm

#11 Invicta Drive, Coral Gables

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#11 Invicta Drive, Coral Gables

Caribbean House, Little Cayman

New luxury property Listing: Caribbean House, Little Cayman


Caribbean House, Little Cayman is a great reflection of what Little Cayman is and has to offer as a Caribbean Island, providing the perfect balance between luxury living and laid back island paradise. There are few places in the Caribbean and even within the world that are able to offer the delights of a tropical island along with the creature comforts you’d rather not leave at home. Little Cayman offers quintessential Caribbean Island life with a “Little” bit extra, small in population and size: around two hundred and fifty people living on a land mass of around ten square miles, Little Cayman is approximately ten miles long and has an average width of one mile but there is nothing diminutive when contemplating the scale of its natural beauty.
As you approach Little Cayman from the air and before land even hoves into view the variation of colours in the sea below are a delight to behold, the deep waters reflected in the magnificent mauves and deep purples graduating through every shade of blue until they reach the shallow sandy shores turning an iridescent green and turquoise, as the De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter makes it descent towards the short Airstrip of Edward Bodden Aiport below you can almost feel any residual stress of city life just seeping away and in its place, that warm feeling of anticipation and relaxation. Little Cayman really is a place where many different worlds collide and although if you’ve just flown in from New York you may be on the same time zone, it will feel as if you’re in a different age! A warm cheery welcome as you step down a couple of steps off the plane, a wry smile to yourself as you walk past a sign that says Terminal 1, Gate A on a two roomed airport building no more than 400sqft and warm friendly locals that wave when ever you pass them in the car, this is Little Cayman.
Don’t be fooled, although car doors and front doors are rarely if ever locked and security is not even thought of, once you pull into the driveway of Caribbean House on the peaceful North Side you will realize that you haven’t been transported back in time but that this is a different kind of place where old time values haven’t been replaced by modern technology but sit happily side by side. So although Caribbean House sits overlooking the Caribbean Sea enjoying an ocean view that hasn’t changed much in a thousand years, the house itself has been painstakingly designed combining local knowledge with the latest in high quality materials to provide a home that is both aesthetically pleasing and very low maintenance. Exterior windows and doors are all screened so that you can take advantage of the prevailing breeze but they are also manufactured with energy efficient high impact glass, which means that the electricity required to run your state of the art A/C system will be less and you will never have to worry about hurricane shutters. If you live in a world where security is not an issue then the floor plan of a house is only constrained by the best possible design, hence at Caribbean House you will find all four bedrooms on the ground floor with easy access straight out onto the deck and beach. The ensuite master bedroom doubles up as a self contained apartment with sitting area, kitchen and separate entrance it can be left open or locked off from the main house allowing maximum flexibility whether you are travelling with family or staff, it also has a large deck with extraordinary ocean views.
Ascend the solid mahogany helix spiral staircase, a feature in its own right, to reach the great room situated on the second floor to enjoy maximum impact from the ocean views, the cooling breeze and to allow a spectacular vaulted cathedral ceiling finished with solid cedar. The great room is serviced by a large kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops and leads out to a large deck which allows for perfect inside/outside living.

Caribbbean House, Little Cayman

Caribbean House, Little Cayman is a unique luxury property.
Offered at US$1.85m


Caribbean House, Little Cayman is a great reflection of what Little Cayman is and has to offer as a Caribbean Island, providing the perfect balance between luxury living and laid back island paradise. There are few places in the Caribbean and even within the world that are able to offer the delights of a tropical island along with the creature comforts you’d rather not leave at home. Little Cayman offers quintessential Caribbean Island life with a “Little” bit extra, small in population and size: around two hundred and fifty people living on a land mass of around ten square miles, Little Cayman is approximately ten miles long and has an average width of one mile but there is nothing diminutive when contemplating the scale of its natural beauty.
As you approach Little Cayman from the air and before land even hoves into view the variation of colours in the sea below are a delight to behold, the deep waters reflected in the magnificent mauves and deep purples graduating through every shade of blue until they reach the shallow sandy shores turning an iridescent green and turquoise, as the De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter makes it descent towards the short Airstrip of Edward Bodden Aiport below you can almost feel any residual stress of city life just seeping away and in its place, that warm feeling of anticipation and relaxation. Little Cayman really is a place where many different worlds collide and although if you’ve just flown in from New York you may be on the same time zone, it will feel as if you’re in a different age! A warm cheery welcome as you step down a couple of steps off the plane, a wry smile to yourself as you walk past a sign that says Terminal 1, Gate A on a two roomed airport building no more than 400sqft and warm friendly locals that wave when ever you pass them in the car, this is Little Cayman.
Don’t be fooled, although car doors and front doors are rarely if ever locked and security is not even thought of, once you pull into the driveway of Caribbean House on the peaceful North Side you will realize that you haven’t been transported back in time but that this is a different kind of place where old time values haven’t been replaced by modern technology but sit happily side by side. So although Caribbean House sits overlooking the Caribbean Sea enjoying an ocean view that hasn’t changed much in a thousand years, the house itself has been painstakingly designed combining local knowledge with the latest in high quality materials to provide a home that is both aesthetically pleasing and very low maintenance. Exterior windows and doors are all screened so that you can take advantage of the prevailing breeze but they are also manufactured with energy efficient high impact glass, which means that the electricity required to run your state of the art A/C system will be less and you will never have to worry about hurricane shutters. If you live in a world where security is not an issue then the floor plan of a house is only constrained by the best possible design, hence at Caribbean House you will find all four bedrooms on the ground floor with easy access straight out onto the deck and beach. The ensuite master bedroom doubles up as a self contained apartment with sitting area, kitchen and separate entrance it can be left open or locked off from the main house allowing maximum flexibility whether you are travelling with family or staff, it also has a large deck with extraordinary ocean views.
Ascend the solid mahogany helix spiral staircase, a feature in its own right, to reach the great room situated on the second floor to enjoy maximum impact from the ocean views, the cooling breeze and to allow a spectacular vaulted cathedral ceiling finished with solid cedar. The great room is serviced by a large kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops and leads out to a large deck which allows for perfect inside/outside living.

Luxury property, Little Cayman

Laguna, Little Cayman luxury property

Laguna is a property that provides luxury living in Little Cayman, like no other! As the twin-prop plane flies over the brilliant turquoise sea and onto the landing strip of the tiny airport of Little Cayman, Cayman Islands, you will realize you have arrived at one of the Caribbean’s most unspoiled and pristine destinations.

Luxury Property: Laguna, Little Cayman

Introducing Laguna, one of Little Cayman's finest homes where time has no meaning and each day is filled with pure pleasure and relaxation. Little Cayman, the smallest of the three Cayman Islands and located just South of Miami, continues to be one of the least developed, safest, and easily accessible tropical islands in the western hemisphere. This unique island of incredible beauty and untouched surroundings provides serenity and extraordinary living. A magical paradise and unhurried pace where you know every one of your neighbors as there are less than 150 residents.
The lure of the island, besides its seclusion, includes renowned near-vertical wall dives at Bloody Bay Wall and world famous bone fishing in the flats off Little Cayman. Local Caymanians and folklore suggests that pirate treasure may still be buried in the dense interior but there is treasure enough in what is now the largest bird sanctuary in the Caribbean where you may catch a glimpse of the Red Footed Booby or the magnificent frigates.
By extension, Laguna successfully combines luxury living in a relaxed and casual manner that is perfect for an intimate evening for two or a large gathering of friends and family. Recently remodeled with top of the line materials, this beach front retreat is located on the North side of the island boasting 300 ft of pristine white sand and unsurpassed views of crystal blue waters. The impressive great room and chefs kitchen sets a tone of grandeur for this 5,800 sq ft., five bedroom five and a half bath home with two car garaged and separate apartment or staff quarters. Start your day with a dip in the pool or drinks on the expansive deck and an afternoon nap in the hammock shaded by the outdoor cabana. Embrace Laguna’s barefoot elegance with white sand beaches, world class diving and fishing and forget the hustle and bustle of life with a new approach to 9:00-5:00.
Cayman Islands Sotheby’s International Realty is a member of CIREBA. ML# 114864

Luxury Cayman rental property

This waterfront home in The Shores defines luxury living in the Cayman Islands and is available to rent. This unique rental property provides the best of all lifestyle options available to Cayman Islands residents.

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The Shores, Luxury rental property (view map here)
Offered at $15,000/month
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Located within the gated and prestigious community of The Shores this delightful rental property is one of Cayman's most stunning and luxurious canal front homes. The house sits proudly on almost half an acre of land with one hundred feet of canal frontage and a seventy foot fully serviced dock. Situated at the head of a wide canal the property enjoys an open water aspect as well as direct access to the North Sound. Not only is this home architecturally appealing, well constructed and beautifully finished but its location provides the perfect lifestyle choice for executives looking for a luxury rental property in the Cayman Islands. When you want to do more than just relax in the pool or watch the sunset from the gazebo you are only a short drive from the many distractions of Seven Mile Beach or a pleasant cycle ride from the deserted beaches at Barkers. Minutes away from the fine dining of Pappagallo or a moments boat ride to Calypso Grill and Morgan’s Harbour, after a days fun at Sting Ray City sail onto Kaibo for dinner and then enjoy a relaxing journey home with the water beneath and starlit heavens above.
Upon entering this unique luxury rental property you are met with a magnificent atrium which sets a tone of elegance, splendour and quality which is carried on throughout the home. The open floor plan perfectly blends the fine craftsmanship inside with the natural beauty of the canal and ocean beyond as the living area continues seamlessly onto a covered patio area and down to the pool.
A home office is conveniently but discreetly situated at the front of the house enabling meetings to be conducted in privacy from the rest of the house. To the right of the foyer is the formal dining area with magnificent high tray ceilings and marble inlaid flooring making a grand setting for any dining occasion.
At the heart of this luxury home is an incredible kitchen to delight the most discerning culinary connoisseur. Solid wood custom made cabinetry gives space for top of the line appliances including double oven, electric hob as well as oversized fridge/freezer and large wine chiller. Granite counter tops throughout complete and also provide a breakfast bar. An informal dining area adjoins the kitchen and enjoys views across the garden and canal.  The kitchen gives a second convenient point of access to the formal dining room. The ground floor also provides a home gym which doubles up as a games room complete with billiards table.
A well designed layout provides a master suite on every floor each comprising a large floor space, en suite bathroom and capacious walk-in closets. The ground floor master is an exceptional size with windows giving a one hundred and eighty degree view of the garden, pool and canal. It also has its own access onto the patio and gardens. The master on the middle floor is located in the centre of the building with a large terrace with space for sun beds and spectacular water views over the pool to the canals beyond and out to the North Sound. A further two ensuite bedrooms are provided on this floor as well as a large media room and a second office.
A single master suite encompasses the entire top floor bringing you to the pinnacle of this luxury rental property and providing a sanctuary of peace and tranquility as you unwind on the balcony with views to rival anywhere in Cayman if not the Caribbean.
Combined with the natural beauty, tranquility and safety of the Cayman Islands this property provides a level of luxury and lifestyle seldom seen anywhere else in the world, couple this with the political stability that a British overseas territory provides and one of the worlds foremost Offshore locations and you have an investment opportunity to be seized.

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Luxury Property Cayman Islands

Luxury property Cayman Islands

Perhaps the finest luxury property the Caribbean has to offer. Royal Vista Estate sets a standard within the Cayman Islands real estate market for luxury and lifestyle offering a unique array of lifestyle choices  including, beach, snorkeling, diving, sailing, equine activities and so much more. The fifty acre site offers over eight hundred feet of ocean frontage and around twenty eight thousand square feet of living space. The acreage to the south of the Queen's Highway includes horse stables, a lake, botanical gardens complete with many indigenous flowers, plants & fruit trees, a fitness trail and helipad. The estate boasts guest accommodation, multiple car garage and a fitness studio. Truly one of a kind on the world's real estate market.

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