The Perigon Miami Beach Reveals Private Michelin-Starred Restaurant And Speakeasy Posted on March 23, 2023March 24, 2023 by Sarah Elles Boggs As demolition begins in the building that currently stands where The Perigon Miami Beach will soon rise, details about an opulent new amenity in the boutique development are being revealed. The Perigon will be the first building in Miami to offer a private residents’-only restaurant with a Michelin-starred chef. According to an official unveiling that was delivered to our doorstep, Starwood Capital and Mast Capital are partnering with famed Michelin-starred chef Shaun Hergatt to open a private eatery and speakeasy inside of the exclusive waterfront development. The announcement included a sample of Caspy Caviar, a convenient way to find sustainably-sourced top quality caviars and have them delivered to your doorstep. Caspy Caviar is also one of Hergatt’s brands, so is something we will expect to see at Nota, the name given to the new restaurant. Perigon Miami Beach Restaurant Announcement “The Perigon is proud to announce Michelin-starred chef Shaun Hergatt joining the team of world-class visionaries. The celebrated executive chef and owner behind some of New York’s most famed Michelin-starred restaurants will be the curator of culinary delights and beverages for the property, specifically the newly revealed restaurant and speakeasy. As a taste of what is to come, please enjoy Chef Shaun Hergatt’s private label caviar. Sincerely, Camilo Miguel Jr.” read the handwritten note accompanying the gift announcement. Rendering of Perigon Miami Beach Condos and Garden Path Nota will take advantage of the oceanfront location with plenty of locally-sourced ingredients centering around a clean, crisp Mediterranean-inspired palette anchored by rich seafood. Chef Hergatt plans to utilize woodfire grilling techiques in order to create approachable yet refined dishes that play to the understated elegance of the development. In addition to Nota, a private speakeasy dubbed FiftyThree will offer an intimate mood with a playful aesthetic. Also focusing on locally-sourced fresh ingredients, FiftyThree experiments with bold colors and patterns highlighted by bronze fixtures and accents and a whiskey-themed palate. With the name paying homage to the development’s location at 5333 Collins Avenue, FiftyThree will be the perfect place for a stylish waiting area to sip a cocktail before a night out, or a sophisticated nightcap after dinner. Rendering of The Perigon Miami Beach Restaurant Interior If you venture toward 53rd and Collins on Miami Beach today, you will find the 15-story La Costa condominium in the early stages of demolition. According to The Next Miami, rather than using an implosion, developers are demolishing the interior of the existing building first and a conventional demolition of the structure will follow. The finished product will be a 18-story ultra-luxury development designed by Rem Koolhaus and outfitted by Tara Bernerd Partners. “We are designing more than a condominium at The Perigon, it is a private, highly serviced five-star resort exclusively for the owners. Additionally, our partnership with such a notable chef as Shaun Hergatt further solidifies the commitment to the quality of luxury The Perigon will offer to its residents,” said Camilo Miguel Jr, Mast Capital’s CEO. Residences at The Perigon range from 2,100 square feet to 6,700 square feet and are priced from $4 million. A collection of guest suites are also available for those who have frequent guests or live-in help. Douglas Elliman is the exclusive broker for The Perigon Miami Beach. If you are interested in a private presentation of the project, with specific pricing and a similar amazing deal, please contact Michael Light, Broker and Executive Director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elliman. You may reach Michael directly at (786) 566-1700 or via email at michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com.
The Perigon Miami Beach Amenities Invite You To Revel In Sophisticated Tranquility Posted on January 19, 2023January 22, 2023 by Sarah Elles Boggs Yesterday we highlighted the luxurious and quirky-yet-convenient neighborhood of Coconut Grove, which is currently experiencing a triumphant renaissance, so today we will continue the theme and focus on another area of Miami in the midst of a renaissance of its own. Miami Beach’s Millionaire’s Row is in for some big changes as a result of the aging Rat Pack-era waterfront condominium towers paired with an influx of new residents from around the globe after unfavorable tax conditions in the Northeast United States as well as unfavorable political climates in other countries. The Perigon Miami Beach, which will rise above the dunes at 5333 Collins Avenue has taken a 360º approach to reintroducing luxurious serenity to the area with sumptuous and flowing amenities for the exclusive use of the project’s 73 residents. Perigon does mean 360º after all, so why not let the tranquil energy flow all the way through the meticulously thought-out development? Tara Bernerd, the famed interior designer based out of London has detailed the thought process behind the interiors and offerings of the Rem Koolhaas-designed beachfront tower. “We envisioned the residents at The Perigon to be well traveled, design-savvy, and highly cultured,” said Bernerd to DesignBoom.com. “We have created interiors that speak to the architecture of the building, with a conversation between interior and exterior design, that would appeal to this individual and their penchant for an international design sophistication. The amenity collection epitomizes this ethos, with finishes and furnishings chosen to evoke a refined relaxation, so that it truly is a destination in and of itself.” It all begins with the arrival. The amenities are seen as an extension of the home, offering a luxurious and meandering vibe that imposes tranquility and wellness by incorporating even the sea breeze. After being greeted by the high-security guardhouse, then the 24/7 doorman, residents and guests are invited into the main lobby. Rendering of The Perigon Miami Beach Interior Lobby Bernerd & Partners left no stone unturned when laying out the look and feel of these shared spaces (most literally, there are many different types of stone incorporated). Guests receive their first glimpse and feel of the serene ambiance that flows through the development here, with cool natural tones and a tranquil flow of natural light. A mixture of many layered textures gives the lobby and its sister spaces a sense of depth in the muted tones. Rendering of The Perigon Miami Beach Breakfast Room Rendering of The Perigon Miami Beach Sunrise Lounge The breakfast room and sunrise lounge look over the pool area and cabanas, over to the Atlantic Ocean, offering an inspiring start to the day with fresh-made breakfasts and coffees. The spaces are designed using highly varnished blonde wood that is carefully laid with a sense of movement yet offering a muted finish. The tones are cool and inviting, without being cold or loud. Touches of blue incorporate the sky and ocean to the spaces. Rendering of The Perigon Miami Beach Wine Room Rendering of The Perigon Miami Beach Game Room In the evening, residents and guests can enjoy a glass of wine in the sunset lounge, or a dinner either al fresco or in the private on-site restaurant… all designed with a complimentary theme to the sunrise lounge. An onsite speakeasy is the perfect spot for an aperitif or night cap, or an after-dinner espresso. For those who prefer to actually be outdoors versus feeling as though they are outdoors, a private beach club is to be built atop the dune protecting the beach. The poolside cabanas are the perfect setting for an intimate romantic dinner. All of these outdoor amenities are connected by a lushly landscaped meditation garden with water features and native fauna that is also incorporated into the Wellness Center. Rendering of The Perigon Miami Beach Spa Rendering of Perigon Miami Beach Gym Rendering of Perigon Miami Beach Pool and Cabanas Rendering of Perigon Miami Beach Pool Restaurant View Gone are the days when the wellness center was buried in the basement of a development. The wellness centers of today are not only incorporated into the overall experience of the building, they are a focal point. At The Perigon Miami Beach, the professional gym equipment is situated with sweeping water and garden views, bringing a revitalizing dose of Vitamin D along with the workout and inspirational views. Personal trainers are available through the concierge, as are any number of spa treatments to pamper yourself. As Ms. Bernard herself claimed, “The amenities are not standalone attractions. They have continuity. While each amenity is different from the next, they all speak the same language.” We are certainly ready to see this work of art come into fruition. It is anticipated to be completed in 2025. The 73 residences range in size from two- to four-bedrooms and are priced from $4 million. For those residents who have frequent guests or live-in help, the development will offer 9 luxury guest suites with the same services as the main residences. Douglas Elliman is the exclusive broker for The Perigon Miami Beach. If you are interested in a private presentation of the project with specific pricing, please contact Michael Light, Broker and Executive Director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elliman. You may reach Michael directly at (786) 566-1700 or via email at michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com. Rendering of Perigon Miami Beach Condos and Garden Path
Covid-19 was the Stimulus for Record-Breaking Sales in Miami Posted on September 19, 2020 by Michael Light Earlier this year, the virus/pandemic/lockdown (most people interchange any of these words) caused many to consider the Miami Beach real estate market on its way to crashing and burning. Everywhere I looked, headlines were written to induce visions of post-2008, plummeting values, end-of-the-world type catastrophic hyperbole that almost seemed like a self-fulfilling prophecy…many almost rooting for this. I’ve had calls and emails with many clients both locally and globally that asked how bad things would get and how much real estate value they would lose. I even have one client who sends me YouTube videos of so-called “experts” predicting real estate values crashing. I will tell those of you reading this the same thing I told them…you CANNOT look at things, especially real estate, on such a “macro” level – the overall real estate market in the U.S. or Florida or even Miami-Dade County has no bearing on your small pocket/neighborhood/community/street or building! You must think locally! If you ask a real estate agent “how is the real estate market” and they begin answering that question, as asked, take caution! No one can possibly answer such a broad question like that without understanding what neighborhood…what price point…what criteria…sales velocity/absorption rate/months of supply…houses or condos? Asking such a broad question will never get you an accurate answer. Furthermore, if you own a $10M waterfront home in Miami Beach, do you really care how the $500k condo market in Brickell is affecting the “real estate market?” Do you see what I mean when I say you cannot focus on the “macro” or overall view, but you must think local? If we look at $10M+ inventory, most people would not believe that the last 6 months may have been the most active, record-setting time period in the history of Miami real estate…and this includes the dreaded pandemic! Star Island in Miami Beach: There are only 28 homes on Star Island in Miami Beach plus 6 vacant lots. If you look back at the sales history of homes on the island, only 1 sale occurs every couple of years. Would you be surprised, if not amazed, that 4 homes have sold, 3 land sales closed PLUS 1 more home is currently pending contract on Star Island within the last 4 months? 22 Star Island – Sold for $49.5M July 2020 (Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots, rumored to be the buyer) 11 & 12 Star Island – Sold for $37M August 2020 (THIS WAS A LAND SALE – 80,000 sq/ft lot – purchased by billionaire hedge fund manager Ken Griffin) 13 Star Island – Sold for $32.5M August 2020 (A-Rod and J-Lo rumored to be the buyers) 14 Star Island – Sold for $24M August 2020 29 Star Island – Sold for $20.1M September 2020 34 Star Island – Sold for $12M July 2020 (Land Sale – 40,000 sq/ft lot) 44 Star Island – Sold for $10M May 2020 (Land Sale – 48,266 sq/ft lot) 46 Star Island – Under Contract (Was Asking $39.95M) Gables Estates in Coral Gables: There are 192 homes, most are waterfront, within Gables Estates in Coral Gables. Known as the most exclusive gated community in Coral Gables, Gables Estates has only seen 9 closed sales over $10M during the past 5 years…but, during this supposed “collapsing” market, there have been 8 sales in the past 5 months alone! 620 Arvida Parkway – Sold for $49M April 2020 21 Casuarina Concourse – Sold for $37.5M June 2020 700 Casuarina Concourse – Sold for $30M April 2020 (Pharrell rumored to be the buyer) 90 Leucadendra Drive – Sold for $22M July 2020 115 Arvida Parkway – Sold for $20M August 2020 340 Leucadendra Drive – Sold for $12.25M July 2020 (Partially Completed Home – Under Construction) 150 Arvida Parkway – Under Contract (Was Asking $48M) 500 Arvida Parkway – Under Contract (Was Asking $21.9M) In addition to the two exclusive communities above, below is a list of additional, notable $10M+ closed sales over the past 6 months: 1510 W 25th Street – Sold for $24.5M August 2020 (Sunset Islands in Miami Beach) 252 Bal Bay Drive – Sold for $23.25M July 2020 (Bal Harbour) 19 Palm Avenue – Sold for $20.5M August 2020 (Palm Island in Miami Beach) 15 Palm Avenue – Sold for $19.75M August 2020 (Palm Island in Miami Beach) 38 Indian Creek Island Road – Sold for $17.028M April 2020 (Indian Creek Island) 23 Tahiti Beach Island Road – Sold for $16M April 2020 (Tahiti Beach in Coral Gables) 1635 W 22nd Street – Sold for $15M August 2020 (Sunset Islands in Miami Beach) 5050 North Bay Road – Sold for $14.2M February 2020 (North Bay Road in Miami Beach) 941 N Venetian Drive – Sold for $13.6M September 2020 (Venetian Islands in Miami Beach) 1525 N View Drive – Sold for $12.002M June 2020 (Sunset Islands in Miami Beach) 5212 North Bay Road – Sold for $11.1M August 2020 (Teardown for Land Value – North Bay Road in Miami Beach) 70 Palm Avenue – Sold for $10.85M July 2020 (Needs a Massive Facelift – Palm Island in Miami Beach) 4420 North Bay Road – Sold for $10.8M August 2020 (North Bay Road in Miami Beach) 445 + 441 E Rivo Alto Drive – Under Contract (Was Asking $19.9M on the Venetian Islands in Miami Beach) 6650 Allison Road – Under Contract (Was Asking $15.9M on Allison Island in Miami Beach) 460 N Mashta Drive – Under Contract (Was Asking $15.5M on Mashta Island in Key Biscayne) 555 Reinante Avenue – Under Contract (Was Asking $15.495M in Old Cutler Bay in Coral Gables) 35 E Dilido Drive – Under Contract (Was Asking $14.85M on the Venetian Islands in Miami Beach) 436 W Rivo Alto Drive – Under Contract (Was Asking $14.75M on the Venetian Islands in Miami Beach) 709 E Dilido Drive – Under Contract (Was Asking $10.9M on the Venetian Islands in Miami Beach) The sales above in the Miami & Miami Beach area do not just show that the market is active, they show that the appetite for luxury single-family homes is the highest it has ever been AND that we are in a Seller’s Market at this price point! If you are from New York, New Jersey, Chicago, California (places most of the buyers are coming from while “escaping” Covid-19 in their cities), you have to understand that though the real estate market where you are coming from might be “down” at this price point, it does not mean that our market is following suit. If you, or someone you know, would like to buy or sell real estate in Miami, please contact me, Michael Light, Founder/Owner of the Light Group at Douglas Elliman Real Estate. You may reach me directly at my office at 305-350-9842, on my cell phone at 786-566-1700 or via email at michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com.
2019 Art Basel Miami Beach December 5-8 Posted on December 4, 2019 by Michael Light It is that time of year…Art Basel Miami Beach begins tomorrow, so brace yourself for lots of eccentric art, entertainment and even more than usual celebrity sightings in South Florida. This year, Art Basel is open to the public from Thursday, December 5th through and including Sunday, December 8th, but invitation-only previews and Art Basel parties have already begun! Art Basel presents the world’s leading modern and contemporary art shows annually in only 3 places around the globe, Basel, Hong Kong and right here in South Florida. How lucky we are to have such a significant, dynamic cultural event right in our very own backyard. Art Basel Miami Beach will present an exhilarating array of artwork by both internationally-renowned artists and up-and-coming artists from around the world. Attendees of Art Basel will be immersed in the exciting art world while viewing pieces from over 200 premiere galleries from North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa and Asia. Premier paintings, sculptures, photographs, installations, films, commissioned works and digital art of the highest caliber will be on display in the main exhibition hall while other artwork, films and performances will be featured as part of the landscape at nearby beaches, Collins Park and Soundscape Park. Miami Beach Art Basel draws nearly 100,000 visitors from around the world and truly transforms Miami into a vibrant, exciting cultural event. So, if you live in Miami, take advantage of the exciting shows, and if you are visiting, welcome to Miami and enjoy! CLICK HERE for information about Art Basel Miami Beach 2019, including show information, tickets and overall visitor guides. For the 7th consecutive year, Douglas Elliman Real Estate returns to Art Basel as a show partner! Come discover our new developments in the Collector’s Lounge Art Basel Miami Beach and celebrate the launch of the Art Issue of Elliman Magazine. https://www.instagram.com/p/B5qBKGfgp3I/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet
Miami Events Schedule for 2019 Posted on January 18, 2019January 21, 2019 by Michael Light Miami, with its surrounding neighborhoods and beaches, offer an exciting, eclectic variety of events that take place each and every year in the Magic City, and I would like to share with you some of these fun events that will take place in 2019. EVENT AREA DATE Miami Jewish Film Festival Miami/Miami Beach January 10-24 Wodapalooza Miami Fitness Festival Downtown Miami January 17-20 Art Deco Weekend Miami Beach January 18-21 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade Liberty City January 21 Fairchild’s Chocolate Festival Coral Gables January 25-27 Wynwood Life Festival Wynwood January 25-27 Gala in the Garden (Fairchild) Coral Gables January 26 Fine Arts Festival at Pinecrest Gardens Pinecrest January 26-27 Coral Gables Festival of the Arts Coral Gables January 26-27 Miami Marathon & Half Marathon Downtown Miami January 27 Splendor in the Garden at Fairchild Coral Gables January 31 Taste of the Garden Miami Beach January 31 Groundup Music Festival Miami Beach February 8-10 Habitat for Humanity Blitz Build 2019 Miami February 8-23 Miami International Boat Show Key Biscayne February 14-18 Art Wynwood Wynwood February 14-18 Model Beach Volleyball Tournament Miami Beach February 16-17 Coconut Grove Arts Festival Coconut Grove February 16-18 Gay8 Festival Little Havana February 17 South Beach Wine & Food Festival Miami Beach February 20-24 Winter Party Festival Miami Beach February 27-March 5 Miami Home Design & Remodeling Show Miami Beach March 1-3 Miami Film Festival Downtown Miami March 1-10 Cordials & Candy Coral Gables March 2 Carnaval on the Mile Coral Gables March 2-3 Cork & Fork Coral Gables March 2-3 Bacardi Miami Sailing Week & Bacardi Cup Coconut Grove March 3-9 9 Mile Music Festival Key Biscayne March 9 Miami Invasion of Jazz in the Gardens Miami Gardens March 9-10 Calle Ocho Music Festival Little Havana March 10 Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition Miami March 14-April 7 Miami Open f/k/a Sony Open (Tennis) Miami Gardens March 18-31 Winter Music Conference Miami Beach March 25-28 Ultra Music Festival Virginia Beach Key March 29-31 Deering Seafood Festival Cutler Bay March 31 Miami Beach Gay Pride Miami Beach April 1-7 The Longines Global Champions Tour Miami Beach April 5-7 Miami Riverday Festival Downtown Miami April 6 Outshine Film Festival Miami April 18-28 Mercedes Benz Corporate Run Downtown Miami April 25 Miami Beach Polo World Cup Miami Beach April 25-28 SoFlo Cake and Candy Expo 2019 Miami April 27-28 South Florida Taste of the Nation (No Kid Hungry) Wynwood May 17 Best of the Best Music Fest Downtown Miami May 26 Miami Fashion Show Miami May 29-June 2 Out in the Tropics Festival Miami Beach June TBD Fourth of July Fireworks and Festivities Throughout Miami July 4 International Mango Festival Coral Gables July 14-15 Miami Swim Week Miami Beach July TBD St. Jude Walk/Run 5k Miami September TBD South Florida Seafood Festival Key Biscayne October 19-20 South Beach Seafood Festival Miami Beach October 26 Grovetoberfest Coconut Grove October TBA Miami International Auto Show Miami Beach November 1-10 The Seed Food & Wine Festival Miami Beach November 7-11 Miami Beach Annual Veteran’s Day Parade Miami Beach November 11 NASCAR Ford Championship Weekend Homestead November 16-18 Harvest Festival South Miami November TBD Great Grove Bed Race Coconut Grove November TBD Art Miami Downtown Miami December 3-8 Art Basel Miami Beach & Throughout Miami December 5-8 King Mango Strut Parade Coconut Grove December 29 2019 Monthly Miami Specials Miami and the Beaches also offer monthly “temptation programs,” which offer locals and visitors alike, money-saving specials on something different each month. See below for each month’s cool theme! January: Miami Arts & Heritage Month February & March: Miami Health & Wellness Months April & May: Miami Attractions Months June – September: Miami Hotel Months July & August: Miami Spa Months August & September: Miami Spice Months October & November: Miami Entertainment Months December: Miami Arts & Heritage Month Disclaimer – Miami Luxury Homes is not affiliated and/or working on behalf of any of the above-referenced events and/or organizations. This information is for informative purposes only and is not to be relied upon. Dates are subject to change without notice. This is not an inclusive list of the events in and around Miami that will take place in 2019.
Miami is Preparing for Art Basel 2018 | December 6-9 Posted on November 16, 2018 by Michael Light It is that time of year…Art Basel Miami Beach is right around the corner, so brace yourself for lots of eccentric art, entertainment and even more than usual celebrities in South Florida. This year, Art Basel runs from Thursday, December 6th through and including Sunday, December 9th, but pre-Art Basel parties have already begun! Art Basel presents the world’s leading modern and contemporary art shows annually in only 3 places around the globe, Basel, Hong Kong and right here in South Florida. How lucky we are to have such a significant, dynamic cultural event right in our very own backyard. Art Basel Miami Beach will present an exhilarating array of art work by both internationally-renowned artists and up-and-coming artists from around the world. Attendees of Art Basel will be immersed in the exciting art world while viewing pieces from over 200 premiere galleries from North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa and Asia. Premier paintings, sculptures, photographs, installations, films, commissioned works and digital art of the highest caliber will be on display in the main exhibition hall while other art work, films and performances will be featured as part of the landscape at nearby beaches, Collins Park and Soundscape Park. Miami Beach Art Basel draws over 80,000 visitors from around the world and truly transforms Miami into a vibrant, exciting cultural event. So, if you live in Miami, take advantage of the exciting shows, and if you are visiting, welcome to Miami and enjoy! CLICK HERE for information about Art Basel Miami Beach 2018, including show information, tickets and overall visitor guides.
Top 7 Miami Spots to Enjoy the 4th of July, 2018 Posted on July 3, 2018July 3, 2018 by Michael Light One of the perks of living in South Florida is the array of 4th of July festivities to celebrate America’s Independence Day. Whether you choose to celebrate and watch from land or sea or a high-rise condo balcony, the exploding lights in the sky of Miami are quite spectacular. In many locations in Miami, you can see upwards of 5 or 6 different firework shows at once…we definitely live in the Magic City! Below, you will find our top 7 picks for 4th of July celebrations this year, but first, we want to say that we are eternally grateful to those men and women who have fought and sacrificed for our country and our freedom. The Miami Luxury Homes Group at Douglas Elliman Real Estate is wishing you and your family a happy, safe and peaceful Fourth of July! “Those who deny freedom to others deserve it not for themselves.” -Abraham Lincoln “In the truest sense, freedom cannot be bestowed; it must be achieved.” -Franklin D. Roosevelt Miami Beach Fire on the Fourth Festival 7275 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach | 12-4pm Kid’s Zone on the Sand & 9pm Fireworks Miami Beach’s ‘Fire on the Fourth’ is an all-day, fun-filled event presented by Coca-Cola & Hotwire Communications offering a variety of entertainment, food, live music and, of course, fireworks. The outdoor festival will feature yummy food trucks beginning at 1pm and a cool ‘Kid’s Zone on the Sands’ from noon-4pm offering rock climbing, an inflatable slide, bungee station, corn hole, potato sack racing, soccer clinic and face painting station. Enjoy an eclectic variety of music throughout the day, kicking off at 4pm with live tunes spun by DJ Corey Chase followed by a 6:15 pm performance by the “Soul Queen” Irma Thomas and closing with a 7:30pm performance by Grammy Award Winning New Orleans Rebirth Brass Band. The celebration will conclude with a spectacular firework presentation at 9pm. 4th of July Picnic & Fireworks Celebration at Regatta Park 2699 SW 27th Avenue, Coconut Grove | 6pm Concert & 8:45pm Fireworks The 5th annual 4th of July Picnic & Firework Celebration at Regatta Park is a family-friendly, fun-filled event along Biscayne Bay starting at 6pm. Pack your picnic baskets and bottles of wine and enjoy live music by a South Florida musical talent, the Spam Allstars, games, face painting, photo booths, contests and a spectacular firework presentation. The firework presentation will begin around 8:45pm and will be followed by an official afterparty at The Commodore cocktail lounge at The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove. America’s Birthday Bash at Bayfront Park 301 S. Biscayne Blvd, Downtown Miami | 3-7pm Kid’s Zone & 9 pm Fireworks This annual downtown firework display along Biscayne Bay is the largest firework show in South Florida featuring music, food, beverages and a fun-filled kid’s zone. The kid’s zone is open from 3-7pm with fireworks beginning at 9pm. Key Biscayne 4th of July Parade and Fireworks Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne | 11am Parade & 9pm Fireworks This Independence Day celebration in Key Biscayne is kicked off by the 59th Annual Parade on Crandon Boulevard at 11am and followed by fireworks at 9pm, which can be viewed from the Village Green. South Pointe Park 1 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach | 9pm Fireworks This prestigious neighborhood located on the southern point of Miami Beach is cozy and surrounded by water, making it a beautiful, relaxing place to enjoy the fireworks. So, pack your favorite wine and cheese and get there early to get a premier spot on the grassy park center where you can check out firework displays from the beach all the way across the bridge to the Downtown Miami skyline. Another great option is to book reservations for an outside table at Smith and Wollensky to enjoy a great dinner while watching the firework presentation light up the SoFi sky. Biltmore’s 2018 Fireworks Spectacular 1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables | 5pm Grounds Open & 9pm Fireworks This spectacular annual event at the historic Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables offers a special live concert by the Greater Miami Symphonic Band which begins at 7pm and is followed by a colorful firework display at 9pm. The grounds officially open at 5pm so you can get a great spot and enjoy food from the concessions before the show. South Beach Ocean Drive 4th of July Fireworks 1320 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach | 9pm Fireworks If you are a tourist or a local wanting to feel like a tourist for the night, enjoy 4th of July on Ocean Drive between 5th and 15th streets at one of the sidewalk cafes, Art Deco hotels or rooftop venues. The vibrant streets of South Beach always make for a great spot to watch the skyline light up with fireworks.
Discover Miami Beach’s Most Prestigious Residential Communities Posted on May 10, 2018May 10, 2018 by Michael Light Miami Beach offers many luxury residential communities within its city limits, with many of them being very affluent, some being on its own exclusive island, but all of them offer some of the most prestigious residential addresses, housing multi-million-dollar mega mansions. So, let’s discover a little about some of these prestigious Miami Beach residential neighborhoods. Indian Creek Island Indian Creek is an exclusive 300-acre island located on the beautiful waters of Biscayne Bay and recognized as one of the wealthiest, private, most secure communities in Miami Beach, and the world. The high level of privacy and security is the highest priority to the residents of Indian Creek and maintained by having its own private police force, as well as its own 24/7 armed marine patrol monitoring the waters surrounding the island. It is not uncommon for Indian Creek Island to make an impression or make real estate headlines with the rich and famous residents who make it their home. Residents include Spanish singer Julio Iglesias, whose $28 Million home made it on the Top 10 List of Most Expensive Homes in South Florida in Forbes Magazine in 2006; pro golfer Raymond Floyd, former football coach of the Miami Dolphins Don Shula, television host Don Francisco, billionaire investor Carl Icahn, real estate billionaire Peter Breton, Victoria Secret’s model Adriana Lima, co-founder of Calvin Klein Barry Schwartz, Sheik Mohammed al-Fassi of Saudi Arabia, billionaire developer Donny Soffer, steel executive Leroy Schecter, wireless executive Rajendra Singh, radio magnate Raul Alarcon, former cable company CEO Ken Bagwell, US Senator George Smathers, coal and oil executive Christopher F. Viegas, former football team owner and billionaire art collector Norman Braman. In August 2012, Forbes Magazine featured a home sold on Indian Creek as the most expensive home sale in the history of Miami-Dade County. With only 41 luxury, waterfront residences surrounded by lush gardens, these spectacular homes feature resort-style pools, poolside cabanas, rooftop Jacuzzis, full spas, gyms, wine cellars, entertainment theaters, accentuated with lavish furnishings and the finest accessories. The amenities at Indian Creek include an 18-hole golf course, considered one of the finest and occupying the interior of the island with a few holes on the waterfront, and an elite country club. Just minutes away via 91st Street, you have the neighborhood of Surfside, the nearby conveniences and fine dining on Miami Beach, and shopping at the prestigious Bal Harbour Shops. Indian Creek is a magnificent parade of palatial homes exuding extravagance, with panoramic, breathtaking views of Biscayne Bay, the skyline of Downtown Miami, and a premier location of South Florida and the world. North Bay Road North Bay Road runs north and south along the western side of Miami Beach, and is one of the wealthiest communities in South Florida displaying stunning mansions and magnificent estate homes, accessorized with lavish furnishings, and complete with the ultimate in luxury amenities. These include fountains, resort-style pools, koi ponds, spas, Jacuzzi, fitness centers, billiards rooms, fireplaces, theaters, wine cellars and spacious gourmet kitchens with top-of-the-line appliances. Most of these professionally landscaped North Bay Road luxury homes feature waterfront pools and are just steps away from their own private dock, with expansive terraces perfect for entertaining and enjoying the breathtaking, panoramic views of Biscayne Bay. North Bay Road is a complete community with great schools, houses of worship, community interests, and lies near the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, a 2.6-acre property featuring a Japanese garden, and offering a world of activity from Zumba and yoga classes, to cooking workshops, gardening lectures, children’s programs and events for all ages. Lined with one elegant estate home after another in a superb neighborhood, North Bay Road has been home to many past and present celebrities including the Bee Gees, Matt Damon, Jennifer Lopez, Ricky Martin and Miami Heat champions Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh. Within minutes, you are playing a round of golf at the prestigious La Gorce Country Club, on the white sand beaches of Miami Beach, dining on Ocean Drive, in vibrant South Beach, and half an hour from the Miami International Airport. For that sophisticated tropical retreat you can call home with all the South Florida luxuries, look no further than North Bay Road. Pine Tree Drive Pine Tree Drive is a scenic road on the eastern side of Miami Beach, well known as one of the most beautiful communities in Miami Beach and home to some over-the-top waterfront estates. Pine Tree Drive runs from W 23rd Street to W 63rd Street, west of Collins Avenue, in Miami Beach, Florida, just minutes from the white sand beaches on the Atlantic Ocean, and a short drive away from the popular and lively South Beach area. The prestigious Miami Beach Golf Club is a highlight of this luxury neighborhood, with a pro shop, ornate Mediterranean clubhouse and a unique golf course restaurant with a great menu and a full-service bar. Extravagant, architecturally designed homes with spectacular landscaping are seen one after another on this splendid street, featuring impressive entrances, fountains, resort-style pools, theaters, gyms, gourmet kitchens, wine cellars, impeccable details, and lavish fixtures. Pine Tree Drive is centrally located with easy access to Miami Beach, Downtown Miami, the Miami International Airport and a premier location for living a grand South Florida lifestyle. South of Fifth The enclave South of Fifth Street, also known as South of Fifth or SoFi, is a small affluent neighborhood situated on the southern tip of Miami Beach that begins at South Pointe Park and covers north to 5th Street, from east to west. Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay on 3 sides, South of Fifth is known as an exclusive tropical paradise where you can both relax and have easy access to all of the exciting water sports and activities that South Florida is so celebrated. One of the most popular destinations in South of Fifth is the 17-acre South Pointe Park. This park is very popular among locals and tourists, as it offers an immense amount of lush green space, paved promenades, outdoor exercise areas and kid’s play areas…perfect for friends, family and their beloved pets to get together for a nice picnic on the manicured lawns, rollerblading, or simply to enjoy a stroll down to the beautiful white sandy beach. South of Fifth is home to some of the most historic restaurants, beautiful oceanfront hotels and chic hotspots in Florida. Some of the historic restaurants include the famous Joe’s Stone Crab, which is open seasonally, Prime 112, Prime Italian and Smith & Wollensky; while the hot spots include Nikki Beach Club, the Big Pink and the low-key Ted’s Hideaway, which are just a few of our favorites. As one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in Miami Beach, it should be no surprise that SoFi is home to some of the most luxe condo towers in all of South Florida and is truly an ideal place to call home. A few of the ultra-high-end luxury condos on South of Fifth include Continuum South Beach, Apogee South Beach, 321 Ocean, One Ocean, Murano Grand at Portofino, Ocean House and the newly-constructed Glass Miami Beach. Star Island Star Island is an exclusive, man-made island in the beautiful, turquoise waters of Biscayne Bay, located in the southern part of Miami Beach, south of the Venetian Islands, and east of Palm Island and Hibiscus Island. It is only accessible by using Bridge Road, connected to the MacArthur Causeway, which takes you to the mainland. With its southern location, you are only a short drive away from the lively South Beach area with its sizzling nightlife and to Downtown Miami. Even though there is a guard house at the entrance of Star Island, it is a public neighborhood and you will be allowed to tour this tropical paradise with the incredible sight of one sprawling, magnificent home after another. The children of Star Island are served by the public schools of South Pointe Elementary, Nautilus Middle and Miami Beach High, in addition to the many private schools in South Florida. Star Island is famous for the wealthy residents it attracts, past and present, many of which are celebrities, movie stars, and the elite from the business world, sports stars, artists and entertainers. These headliners include our very own Latin music sensation Gloria Estefan, Madonna, Don Johnson, Thalia, Sean “P Diddy” Combs, Sylvester Stallone, Lenny Kravitz, Will Smith, Rosie O’Donnell and Shaquille O’Neal. Star Island boasts impressive waterfront residences, with all the luxuries to complement its splendor and beauty. As part of the Biscayne Bay Aquatic Preserve, Star Island is a floating jewel of architectural masterpieces on a tropical island in one of the most premier locations of South Florida, and the world. If you, or someone you know, are interested in purchasing a luxury home in Miami Beach, please contact Broker Associate Michael Light directly at (786) 566-1700 or michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com. Michael is a top-producing real estate professional, Senior Director of Luxury Sales and member of the elite Sports & Entertainment Division at Douglas Elliman Real Estate. Michael is also the Founder/Owner of The Miami Luxury Homes Group at Douglas Elliman.