Lennar celebrates model grand opening with $10,000 giveaways

Lennar Homes invites buyers to the grand opening celebration of the newly furnished, decorated model homes of the Napa Collection at The Vineyards in Homestead. The community offers three-, four- and five-bedroom single-family homes priced from the $200,000s. This weekend’s event will feature food, music and fun from noon to 4 p.m. and will include the debut of Lennar’s NEXTGEN – The Home Within a Home.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Historic Miami Beach home in desirable La Gorce enclave

Tucked away in Miami Beach in one of the area’s most affluent communities, this four-bedroom, three-and-one-half-bath, Mediterranean-style residence offers a rare opportunity to recreate timeless elegance in an unparalleled location. Built in 1935, the home at 5637 La Gorce Dr. presents the perfect canvas for a masterful renovation, retaining its classic architecture while incorporating new modern amenities. Offered at $1,349,000 and situated within close proximity to top schools, boutiques, restaurants and the famed La Gorce Golf Course, it’s a picture-perfect setting for fine living.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Unique Balinese estate on Palm Island

Amid swaying palms, this breeze-swept, beautifully crafted Balinese estate is on 30,000 square feet of land. The three-structure masterpiece was designed to showcase the art of nature and is appointed with every modern amenity while remaining true to traditional Balinese materials.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Modern, waterfront dream residence in Cocoplum

A boat lover’s paradise awaits potential home buyers in the coveted Coral Gables community of Cocoplum. This stunning five-bedroom, five-bath contemporary estate is at 168 Paloma Dr. With an array of luxurious amenities, complemented by handsome architecture and a convenient location on a wide, private waterway, it’s a dream home for the high life.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Key Biscayne home is on waterfront builder’s acre

This is a terrific opportunity to own one of the very few remaining waterfront builder’s acre lots on a wide-water harbor on Key Biscayne. This offering is particularly well-suited for a world-class yachtsman or an estate developer. The oversize 31,966-square-foot lot includes 150 linear feet of seawall plus a 40-foot dock jetting into the harbor that is ideal for multiple boat dockage.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Lavish, tropical retreat in South Miami boasts timeless qualities

Exclusive and elegant, this Florida Vernacular residence in South Miami features timeless architecture and design. Built in 2005 at 6051 SW 85th St., the six-bedroom, five-and-one-half-bath home is on a beautifully landscaped 11,520-square-foot lot and priced at $1,519,000.

Lennar: Month-long ‘Sellathon’ benefits new home buyers

Lennar, South Florida’s No. 1 home builder, wants buyers to save thousands of dollars on a new, move-in-ready home during its “Sellathon,” going through the month of February.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Contemporary oceanfront penthouse in Bal Harbour

Walls of floor-to-ceiling windows frame vistas of the Atlantic Ocean in nearly every room of this ultra modern penthouse in Bal Harbour. Located in the famed Majestic Tower condominium, the four-bedroom, three-and-one-half-bath residence – at 9601 Collins Ave., No. PH205 – has been exquisitely renovated and artfully combines contemporary architecture with fine Italian finishes and design. Marked by extreme privacy and meticulous attention to detail, the exclusive 3,100-square-foot offering is a must-see for potential buyers.

Caribe Homes opens two new communities in Cutler Bay

There is definitely an upward trend in single-family home sales in Miami-Dade County, says a Caribe Homes developer.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Elegant, custom-built golf course estate in Parkland

EWM Realty International is opening the doors of this two-story architectural masterpiece in Parkland Golf & Country Club to prospective buyers. The lush and spacious dream home – custom-built by the renowned Ellemar development firm and located at 7277 Stonegate Blvd. in Parkland – is priced at $2,995,000 and offers verdant golf course and pool views from nearly every room. With five bedrooms, five and one half baths and a litany of lavish amenities, it’s the ultimate homesite for a family.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Waterfront estate in Key Biscayne offers sweeping views of the bay

With architecture specifically designed to maximize panoramas of Biscayne Bay and Hurricane Harbor, this contemporary Key Biscayne estate is tucked away in one of South Florida’s most coveted waterfront enclaves. Priced at $22,300,000, the six-bedroom, eight-and-one-half-bath, walled and gated estate has been impeccably maintained and updated to include many fine features and amenities. Adding to the home’s general splendor is its location at 28 Harbor Point Dr., hailed as being one of the most private and affluent streets in Miami.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Paradise has an address

This five-acre, wide-water estate, breathtakingly brilliant and daringly original, is on storied Old Cutler Road. The residence is set 1,000 feet from the road, creating a dramatic approach to this modern wonder.

Lennar: February sale gives buyers the best price and selection

Lennar, South Florida’s No. 1 home builder, wants buyers to save thousands of dollars on a new, move-in-ready home during its “Sellathon.” There may never be a better time to a purchase a home from Lennar, whose industry strength and reputation for integrity goes back to 1954, says a company spokesperson.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Casa Casuarina: crown jewel of South Florida luxury living

Originally built in 1930, Casa Casuarina, formerly known as the Versace mansion, is steeped in glamorous style. Design artisans and European craftsmen combined to create a grand and majestic masterpiece on world-famous Ocean Drive, directly facing the Atlantic Ocean.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Historic bayfront estate in Miami Beach has timeless elegance, modern luxury

From its enchanting setting on a wide section of Biscayne Bay, this famed Miami Beach estate offers supreme elegance and a seemingly endless list of custom amenities.  Recognized as one of the most renowned properties in South Florida, the historic home, at 5050 North Bay Rd., is priced at $25 million.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Private residence on prestigious Granada Boulevard in Coral Gables

This artfully and beautifully appointed home on prestigious Granada Boulevard features a 14-foot-high privacy wall. The beautiful hacienda-style home offers an array of artistic touches that transcend the ordinary. From the decorative frieze molding at the ceiling to hand-painted tiles to the cut stonework, this exquisite home is ready to meet a buyer’s every expectation.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Miramar home offers lake views, custom designs

Located on a quiet street and featuring stunning lake views from nearly every room, this Miramar residence is characterized by its tranquil setting. Located at 18631 SW 39th St., the five-bedroom, three-and-one-half-bath home is priced at $599,000 and offers a seemingly endless list of designer qualities and custom features.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Miami Beach compound has alluring waterfront setting

Reminiscent of the glitz and glamour captured in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel The Great Gatsby, this historic Miami Beach gated compound sits along the Intracoastal Waterway at 4921 Pinetree Dr. – one of the neighborhood’s most prestigious streets and nicknamed “Millionaires Row”.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Expansive Weston estate offers luxurious comforts, lake views

Boasting an impressive size and spectacular landscaping, this Weston estate is a suburban stand out. Located within the prestigious Windmill Ranch Estates community at 3355 Bridle Path Lane, the five-bedroom, six and one half-bath cul-de-sac home, on a striking 57,246-square-foot lot, is priced at $2,399,000.

HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Exquisite craftsman-style estate in Snapper Creek Lakes 

This exquisite estate, encompassing 51,401 square feet of lush grounds, is designed to capture the essence of elegant living. Combining the timeless appeal of meticulous architectural styling and superb craftsmanship, the residence, located at 5545 Arbor Lane in Snapper Creek Lakes – one of Coral Gables' most prestigious gated communities – is offered at $5,500,000. The 10,176 square foot home represents a successful collaborative effort between noted architect Mark Reardon, renowned contractor Hidalgo Construction and interior designer Judi Male of Male Cahlin Design.