Many of the Miami-Dade communities
are undergoing major overhauls whether through the development of planned
neighborhoods or the complete destruction of older homes on premium lots. Coral Gables is one of the area communities
where buyers are buying up older homes in need of an overhaul so that they can
knock it down to build their dream homes.
But in the midst of all this new
construction, the Coral Gables Country Club neighborhood sits in all its
grandeur with some of the most beautiful and unique homes commonly described as
“old Florida.” Surrounding some of the
Gables nicest golf courses (Riviera Country Club and Biltmore Golf Course)ost
have a Mediterranean influence in their design and no matter the size offer
characteristics not found in newly constructed homes today.
The Country Club neighborhood is a
carefully thought out and designed neighborhood that features homes in most
every price range and size from the coziest bungalows that appeal to buyers who
want to update and renovate property to the most impressive estates that entice
only discerning buyers who expect a level of excellence. On top of this, the location is ideal as it
is close to some of the area’s best shopping as well as top public and private
schools and golf courses (as we mentioned earlier. Additionally, the University of Miami and Miami
International Airport are a short drive from this centrally located
neighborhood.
There is a broad spectrum of list
prices in Coral Gables Country Club typically ranging from the low-$400s to the
millions. Following are the top five
Coral Gables Country Club listings:
3305
Alhambra Circle, List Price: $12,500,000
WOW! What else can be
said for this grand manor? Originally
designed by Walter De Garmo (Women’s Club of Coconut Grove), this estate, built
in 1926, is an architectural masterpiece with eight bedrooms and six and a half
baths with a one-bedroom, one bath private apartment. While the home has been updated, the original
finishes radiate throughout the house with wood beam Cathedral ceilings, inlaid
marble floors, intricately carved wood doors, and more. The large chef’s kitchen is amazing as is the
open living area with French doors leading out the Mediterranean-revival style
pool area and deck. A large backyard
area opens up to the fairway along the Biltmore Hotel’s golf course. The home is surrounded by a high wall on
three sides with private double iron gated entrances to exude privacy as an
estate of this caliber should.
3200
Granada Boulevard, List Price:
$4,850,000
Pulling into the driveway of your new home on Granada Boulevard signifies that you have truly arrived. Granada Boulevard is a street that stretches across two
Coral Gables neighborhoods. As the
street numbers get larger so do the houses along this lovely tree-lined street
in one of the nicest neighborhoods in Coral Gables. The gated, tree-lined entry of this spectacular leads to a
beautiful estate is remniscent of a European estate understated in its
design yet one of the most gorgeous homes on the street. Inside, this home showcases vaulted ceilings,
wood inlay floors, and so many other intricate features and fixtures. The
kitchen itself is a dream kitchen to anyone who enters with it exposed brick
walls, high-end stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. The master features tons of room with a
sitting area as well as a custom designed walk-in closet, enormous bath and
terrace. There is so much to see that it
is necessary to tour this grand estate. Remodeled
in 2009, this is the ideal home for entertaining as well as enjoying life in
Florida.
2800
Alhambra Circle, List Price: $4,395,000
Another home on the highly desirable Alhambra Circle is this
showplace built by Legacy Custom Homes. Under
the 7,113 square feet are large rooms that flow from one to the other in a most
relaxed manner making the house perfect for entertaining. Additionally, there is a large chef’s kitchen
with beautiful granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances and room for
a large kitchen table for family dinners.
There are six bedrooms and seven and a half baths with each bedroom
having its own private bath. Outdoors,
the residents and their guests can enjoy the Florida sunshine from the large
rear patio and veranda adjacent to a resort-style pool while dining on meals
prepared in the outdoor kitchen. Other
fixtures and finishes include a gated entry, automobile courtyard, elevator and
exquisite extras throughout the home.
This is truly a showplace without being ostentatious.
3309
Granada Boulevard, List Price:
$2,995,000
Back over to Granada Boulevard, we have another spectacular
home currently under construction by Gregan.
This gated estate with a Transitional European architectural style will
feature a fountain courtyard that will lead to a beautiful foyer at the main
entrance. Inside, the plans show a large
kitchen and family room that open to a rear yard with beautiful pool and
pergola. On the first floor, there will
be a guest suite as well as one for house staff. Upstairs the master spreads across the entire
rear of the house and includes a sitting room, two walk-in closets and an unbelievable
master bath. This is a huge opportunity
to live on one of the best streets in Coral Gables in a new home that is as impressive
as those around it.
4209
Santa Maria Street, List Price: $2,875,000
It is the intricate detail that makes this home an absolute treasure. Situated in the main section of Merrick’s historic Pioneer
Village is this gracious 5,300+ square foot estate with a Mediterranean
architectural design. Situated on Santa
Maria Street, this home offers panoramic golf course views across Riviera Country
Club. Inside, the foyer opens to a huge
two-story great room with stunning open beamed ceilings, a large fireplace, and
upper level bookcases that line the walls.
Additionally, there is a dream kitchen with sleek granite counter tops,
stainless steel appliances and custom cabinetry which opens to a large
breakfast area and into a family room.
The bedrooms are large and feature hardwood floors. Outside, there is a lovely covered loggia with
an outdoor living area with a tropical feel.
There is impact glass as well as extra land large enough for a guest
house, pool or an addition onto the main house.
Classic
Florida Real Estate
The Country Club neighborhood in the heart of Coral Gables
is probably one of the most sought after areas for Coral Gables real estate
buyers. It is in this neighborhood that
homes feature the best in classic Florida real estate with a modern twist where
inside most properties there are substantial updates so that the idea of a “dream
home” is a true reality.
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