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Douglas Elliman to be Title Sponsor of Grand Prix Qualifier at the Hampton Classic Horse Show

August 26, 2017

Douglas Elliman will be the title sponsor of the $86,000 Grand Prix Qualifier at the Hampton Classic Horse Show on September 1, 2017. An official sponsor of the event since 1996, Douglas Elliman is proud to celebrate its 21-year affiliation with the Hampton Classic Horse Show. See sponsorship details

Douglas Elliman chairman, Howard M. Lorber explained, ‘œSponsoring the Hampton Classic each year is an important way to connect with our key clients who convene in the Hamptons from all over the country and abroad. As always, Douglas Elliman is committed to the equestrian communities in the markets we serve, and partnering with the Hampton Classic is always a highlight.’

For the first time, Douglas Elliman will have a shop in the Boutique Garden alongside luxury vendors like Hermès and Land Rover. The pop-up shop will ‘œshowcase the brands’ most prestigious properties’”both new developments and luxury resales. Each top market, from New York City to the Hamptons, Westchester and Connecticut, South Florida, Aspen and California will be displayed.’

Held in Bridgehampton, NY, the Hampton Classic Horse Show runs from August 27 to September 3, 2017. It is one of the largest horse shows in the country hosting more than 100 classes of competition for horses and riders. See Schedule Details

With approximately 110 offices in the United States, Douglas Elliman is proud to sponsor prestigious events in the cities where they represent the luxury real estate market; and South Florida is no exception. Douglas Elliman is a sponsor at events like The Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, Art Basel Miami and The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show to name a few.

Contact Nicholas Malinosky and Randy Ely with Douglas Elliman Delray Beach to discuss all the exciting opportunities ‘“ both real estate and upcoming events.

Photo: Liz Soroko Photos/HamptonClassic.com

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Top 6 Acai Bowls in Palm Beach County

August 25, 2017

Looking for South Florida’s best acai bowl? Whether you’re looking for acai, cold pressed juice, fresh smoothies, kale salads, or other organic meals we have you covered with the top six acai bowls in Palm Beach County! From Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Ocean Ridge, Boynton Beach and West Palm Beach these spots are sure to satisfy your healthy cravings!

Field of Greens – 412 N Clematis Street, West Palm Beach
All about healthy & fresh food with lots of organic, vegan, gluten free, dairy free, and vegetarian options, Field of Greens is always a great choice. Open for breakfast and lunch, their smoothies, juices, soups, salads, wraps, sandwiches, wheatgrass shots, protein shakes and of course acai bowls are the absolute best! Our top picks? The kale caesar salad & country chicken club. Be on the lookup for their daily specials including meatless Mondays, Taco Tuesdays, Poke Wednesdays, and more. Check out their location in Wellington too!

Juice Buzz ‘“ 6 NE 5th Ave, Delray Beach
Delray’s first dedicated juice bar and smoothie bar! If you’re thirsty for something healthy and organic, Juice Buzz is your spot! They have you covered with organic cold pressed juices, smoothies, acai bowls, or health shots. Also offering juice cleanse programs, make sure to stop by next time you’re downtown on Atlantic Avenue!

Raw Juce ‘“ 2200 Glades Rd, Boca Raton
‘œDeliciously Organic, Proudly Local, Easily Entertained’. We are patiently waiting for a Delray Beach location as Raw Juice currently operates in Boca Raton, Palm Beach Gardens, Weston, Coconut Creek, Miami Beach, Aventura, Coral Gables, and Miami. Serving delicious juices, shots, smoothies, acai bowls, oatmeal, salads, and treats. Several of their juices have added probiotics and their items are raw, Certified USDA Organic and do not contain any lactose, soy or gluten.

PurBar ‘“ 45 NE 2nd Ave, Delray Beach
This is a top choice’”not just for their delicious acai bowls, but also for their entire lunch menu! Pur Life’s PurBar takes the make your own salad concept to a new level! Kale salads, wraps, smoothies, ginger shots, and the best ahi tuna poke bowl in town’”you are sure to find your favorite health food option here!

Bailey’s Blendz ‘“ 640 E Ocean Ave, Boynton Beach
Ranked #1 on Yelp, Bailey’s Blendz is located just across the bridge from Ocean Ridge & Gulf Stream in Ocean Plaza. Serving up organic, locally roasted coffee, artisanal smoothies, cold pressed juices and specializing in organic Acai and Pitaya (Dragon Fruit) sorbet bowls this spot has something for everyone!

Nomad Surf Shack
Beach Area Locals will be excited for the newest spot in town: Nomad Surf Shack’s Juice & Coffee Bar Truck’”also known as the surf shack on wheels. Selling clean options such as green juices, kombucha, smoothies, acai bowls, avocado toast and other post-surf snacks from their stationary food truck, this will be the most convenient option for those living in the beach area as it is right on A1A.

Photo: The Nomad Bowl | Photo by Emily Creighton

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What Does a Villa Built for a Dubai Royal Look Like?

August 23, 2017

Take a look inside this 46,000 square foot luxury villa complete with luxury amenities including 11 bedrooms, 15 bathrooms, indoor and outdoor pools, a 16-seat movie theater, breathtaking views of the best stretch of beachfront available for a private residence in Dubai, and a nightclub with room for 200 guests. According to Mansion Global, ‘The villa also comes with a very rare asset in this part of the world’ approval to put in a mooring for a boat, something that is not usually permitted in Dubai’.

The neighborhood is full of high-end establishments such as Nobu and Locatelli located in the Atlantis hotel, a W Hotel coming soon, and a $4.5 million square foot shopping mall currently under construction that will feature five stories of luxury shopping and rooftop restaurants.

It may be not a surprise that the Dubai Royal family never lived in the home, but used it for guests and entertaining. Built in 2007, the villa is built more like a hotel than a private residence with specific service entrances and complete maid quarters for 10 staff members. The villa is currently on the market for $200 million (AE Dollar) / $54.5 million (US Dollar). See Mansion Global article

Looking to buy or sell a property fit for a royal? Douglas Elliman Delray Beach Executive Directors of Luxury Sales, Nicholas Malinosky and Randy Ely can assist you with your real estate goals. With several record-breaking sales to their credit, Nick and Randy know the intricacies of marketing and selling South Florida properties that are “fit for a king”. Together, these two industry leaders are Redefining Luxury Real Estate. Please feel free to contact Nick Malinosky and Randy Ely to discuss the current luxury market.

Photo: Mansion Global

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Greystone Court Castle Just Outside New York City is for Sale

August 21, 2017

Greystone Court Castle is unique fortress located just 20 minutes from New York City; and it’s for sale. With sprawling views of the Hudson River and lush countryside, the majestic castle is a rare find indeed. Zillow reporter, Lindsay Cohen recently spent two days at the castle and shared the experience with Zillow Porchlight.

Kohle Yohannan has owned Greystone Court since 2001 and has lovingly restored the castle to its current splendor. Built over 150 years ago, the stately residence features 28 rooms with some imported directly from Europe during the 1800’s. Other stunning features include Tiffany windows, a 17th-century ceiling, hand-carved woodwork, a Turkish Room with upholstered walls, a spacious ballroom, and observatory overlooking the Hudson River. When asked about the renovation, Yohannan remarked, ‘œIt needed some love,’ he says, nonchalantly, of the house. ‘œBut there was always a sense that it was important work. It was worth the sacrifice. Hundreds of thousands of hours went into creating this: the carvings, the people who danced and cried and wept underneath these ceilings. The human patina is in this building.’

The castle has been featured in several movies, TV shows, photo shoots and even a music video. According to the article, Prince once considered purchasing the property.

With six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, 11 fireplaces and 13,500 square feet, the residence is currently on the market for $3.495 million. Douglas Elliman agent Terhi Edwards says it’s a bargain and thinks the next owner could use the property as an art gallery, a music studio or maybe even a unique concert hall. ‘œI think the business part is great ‘” and also the history, what this whole place is. I sometimes think of people who lived here. It’s an amazing place.’ See Zillow Feature

What more information about this exciting opportunity to own a castle? Contact Douglas Elliman agents
Nicholas Malinosky and Randy Ely for more details about the luxury real estate market.

Douglas Elliman agents enjoy a valuable networking channel that spans the nation and beyond with 7,000 agents in approximately 110 offices in Manhattan, the Hamptons, Greenwich, Miami, Palm Beach, Aspen and Beverly Hills to name a few. Contact Nicholas Malinosky and Randy Ely to discuss your real estate goals.

Photo: Zillow

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$350 Million Megamansion Is Most Expensive Listing in U.S.

August 17, 2017

A Bel Air home was just listed for $350 million making it the most expensive listing in the U.S. According to Global Mansion, Chartwell, a 1930’s chateau that belongs the family of the late billionaire Jerry Perenchio, went on the market August 7 as the highest price listing in the nation.

Other nine-digit listings include Opus, a Beverly Hills spec home listed for $100 million. The developer, Nile Niami plans to unveil another megamansion next year that will be listed at $500 million. Formula One heiress Petra Stunt is selling her home in Holmby Hills for $200 millio and the Playboy mansion sold for $100 million last year.

How do the select few luxury listing agents with homes in this price range market the one-of-a-kind mansions and find a billionaire buyer? Douglas Elliman CEO, Scott Durkin who is quite comfortable around major luxury sales was asked about selling megamansions. Durkin commented, ‘œThe marketing of a home of that price range requires you to completely wipe your board clean. Getting the home the most exposure you possibly can and targeting the audience, that’s really the goal. Once you’re north of nine digits, you can’t just wait for the phone to ring.’ Douglas Elliman brokered the most expensive Manhattan penthouse last year for $87.7 million as well as other nine-figure listings in New York City and the Hamptons.

Los Angeles’ finest luxury brokers share their marketing strategies and success stories in the Global Mansion article. See full article

Douglas Elliman Delray Beach Executive Directors of Luxury Sales, Randy Ely and Nicholas Malinosky are quite familiar with marketing and selling opulent oceanfront mansions in South Florida. With over 40 years combined experience and a sole focus on the beach area, Nick and Randy know that luxury oceanfront estates require a unique and thorough marketing strategy.

Randy & Nick are the exclusive listing agents for the most expensive listing to ever hit the Ocean Ridge luxury market. Check out this oceanfront mansion which is slated for completion this fall:
6161 North Ocean Boulevard, Ocean Ridge listed at $24.95 million See details

Please contact Nick Malinosky and Randy Ely for more details about this oceanfront mansion or to discuss the current luxury market.

Photo: Mansion Global

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Knight Frank Reports on Luxury Real Estate Around the Globe

August 15, 2017

According to a Knight Frank, luxury residential real estate prices are on the rise in cities around the globe including Madrid, Berlin, Paris and Dublin. On the other hand, prices in China’s top cities declined. Knight Frank’s 2017 second quarter report tracks 41 cities worldwide.

According to Mansion Global, ‘œThe Knight Frank Prime Global Cities Index, which tracks luxury residential markets’”defined as the top 5% the housing market in each city’”rose 4.4% year-over-year by the end of June.’

European cities have seen a resurge in luxury residential prices. According to the Knight Frank report, ‘œFears surrounding the upcoming Brexit have, in part, led to a recognition of Europe’s comparatively affordable luxury markets’.

Other key facts:
San Francisco had the highest price growth among the four tracked US cities
Guangzhou leads the ranking with an annual growth of 35.6% in luxury real estate prices
Luxury prices in Hong Kong rose 36.2%
See Global Mansion article

Would you like to discuss South Florida’s luxury real estate market? Contact Nicholas Malinosky and Randy Ely with Douglas Elliman to discuss the current real estate market beach area.

Photo: Mansion Global/Nisa Maier/Getty Images

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World’s #1 Male Tennis Player Sells Miami Condo

August 12, 2017

The world’s number 1 ranked male tennis player, Andy Murray just sold his Miami apartment for $2.375M. According to a Global Mansion article dated August 1, 2017, the condo sat on the market for over two years with numerous price reductions. The 3,415 square-foot condo is located on Brickell Bay Drive and has four bedrooms, five bathrooms and a game room.

The buyer’s agent commented, ‘œThe buyer is at.tracted by the unobstructed views, the luxury amenities of the building and its walkability to the happening scenes in Miami’. See Global Mansion article

Thirty-year-old, Andy Murray is the only two-time Olympic tennis champion. Murray purchased the unit in 2008 for $1.575.

Interested in buying a luxury oceanfront condo? Check out Nicholas Malinosky’s exclusive listing at Las Olas Beach Club in Fort Lauderdale:
101 South Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard #1903 offered for $2.35 million.

Photo: Global Mansion

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The Most Interesting Listing in the World? This Waterfront Bubble Palace on the French Riveria

August 11, 2017

‘œAmidst the dazzling chateaus and swanky seaside resorts along France’s Côte d’Azur, this on-the-market stunner is bursting with originality.’
This Côte d’Azur palace named ‘œThe Palais Bulles’ or ‘œBubble Palace’ sits high above the Mediterranean coastline overlooking ‘œumbrella-dotted beaches and the glittering blue sea’. A true architectural wonder designed by architect Antti Lovag is listed by Christies’ International Real Estate for an undisclosed price.

With 90,000 square feet of land, a 500 seat amphitheater, almost 13,000-square-feet, a panoramic lounge, a large reception room, 10 bedroom suites, and expansive views of the ocean from almost every room, this unique gem is one of a kind. Even the furniture and details mimics the curvy architectural design with circular beds, sofas, spiral staircases, spherical rooms, and arching doorways.

Close to major destinations such as Cannes and Antibes, Bubble Palace is a perfect spot for ritzy, high profile celebrations as there is extreme privacy with no nearby neighbors and gorgeous, unobstructed views of the French Riveria.

Check out the Coastal Living link from Coastal Living to see more photos and video showcasing Le Palais Bulles. See Coastal Living Link

Interested in buying an oceanfront residence? Check out two of Nicholas Malinosky and Randy Ely’s Exclusive Listings:
6161 North Ocean Boulevard, Ocean Ridge listed for $24.95 million
3545 North Ocean Boulevard, Gulf Stream listed for $20.95 million

Contact Nick and Randy with Douglas Elliman to discuss your luxury real estate goals.

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Canadians Doubled Spending on U.S. Real Estate in Last Year

August 9, 2017

The National Association of Realtors reports great news for sellers in South Florida: ‘œMore than one out of three Canadian buyers in the U.S. choose homes in subtropical Florida, with the majority of those snapping up homes around Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach’. Over the past year, Canadians have doubled the amount spent on real estate in the US ‘“ $19 billion to be exact and mainly on vacation homes and residential investment properties. Mansion Global tells us ‘œThey look to their southern neighbor for sunny, high-end vacation spots in places like Florida’. Some may be surprised to learn that ‘œEven with a large contingent of Latin American buyers in Florida, Canadians spent the most of any foreign nationals in the state’”around $3 billion in 2016’. ‘œCanada’s burning hot housing market, particularly in Toronto and Vancouver, has fueled purchases in the U.S., as baby boomers cash out on their long-time family homes in Canada and use the spoils to pick up amenity-rich second homes in the U.S.’.

What are the Canadians buying?
The typical buyers is looking for a low maintenance vacation spot, so it is no surprise most buyers are looking for a luxury condo in the beach area. ‘œA lot of those snowbirds want new developments. It’s their resort property,’ said Ms. Fox, who will soon launch sales in Canada for the new Four Season Private Residences Fort Lauderdale. ‘œThey want a valet, they want a concierge, they like maid service.’ ‘œNew developments in Boca Raton like Akoya Boca West, a condominium at the Boca West Country Club, have seen an influx of new high-end buyers from Canada, a spokeswoman for the development said’. In fact, Akoya already has over 20 Canadian owners which is helping sales with other Canada based households.

How are they buying?
‘œThe vast majority of Canadian buyers in the U.S., some 76%, pay for their homes in all cash, according to John Slivon, president of the realtors association in Palm Beach and Greater Fort Lauderdale’. The typical Canadian buyers have several million in assets and many are looking for luxury homes in the $1 million to $3 million dollar range, making Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami beach area homes very desirable. See Mansion Global article.

Contact Nicholas Malinosky and Randy with Douglas Elliman if you are looking to buy or sell a luxury oceanfront, waterfront or beach area home in South Florida.

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Boca West Country Club Single-Family Home Hits the South Florida Real Estate Market

August 7, 2017

John Gluek with The Randy & Nick Team just listed a custom single-family home in Boca West Country Club. The residence located 7517 Mahogany Bend Place, Boca Raton, Florida was entered in the Multiple Listing Service on August 4, 2017 with a list price of $1.345M. The new listing is also featured on randyandnick.com, johngluek.com, Douglas Elliman, Knight Frank, Zillow, Realtor.com and Trulia.

Welcome to Boca West Country Club, the Nations #1 Private Residential Country Club. This four bedroom home represents the luxury lifestyle that is synonymous with a Boca West address. With one of the lowest joining fees and dues structures in Southeast Florida, mandatory membership at Boca West offers four championship golf courses; tennis center; expansive sports center with five pools; European-inspired spa plus full salon services; six restaurants; a brand new $50 million clubhouse; year-round social calendar; and 24-hour security monitoring and patrol. The home is situated on a spacious lot and offers a floor plan that is ideal for both privacy and entertaining with volume ceilings, spacious living areas, covered lanai, screened pool and more. Features include formal living and dining rooms with marble floors; gourmet kitchen with dining area open to the family room; spacious master wing; separate wing with three additional guest bedrooms; laundry room; and two car garage with separate side door for golf cart parking. The stunning pool, covered lanai, expansive screened patio and spacious backyard serve as the focal point throughout the residence. The covered lanai features a summer kitchen and ample room for outdoor dining and living areas with no need to worry about the weather forecast. Enjoy hours of fun thanks to the screened pool and large patio with gorgeous views of the expansive backyard. With five-star amenities just outside your door, Boca West Country Club offers a luxury lifestyle that can be enjoyed both year-round and seasonally. Please see Property Details.

This Boca West residence is exclusively listed by John Gluek with Douglas Elliman’s The Randy & Nick Team. Please contact John if you would like more details.