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"We have had tremendous activity from the CNN piece. Way to go!!! Over a three day period we had more than 1,500 unique visitors to our Web site, 12,000 hits, and more than 50 requests for purchasing information!"
John Fair
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Artesana
Rosewood Residences
Aspen-based Bald Mountain Development's latest
project is the Rosewood San Miguel de Allende,
located in one of Mexico's most unique and beautiful
destinations. The development will be one of the
area's first five star luxury resorts, along with
the Artesana Rosewood Residences, a residential
ownership opportunity in a prestigious location.
Located on approximately 14 acres next to the
historical center of the city, the Rosewood San
Miguel de Allende will offer 65 suites, while
the Artesana Rosewood Residences will feature
two, three, four and five-bedroom residences that
will range from 1,800 to more than 7,000 square
feet and are priced from under $1 million to $3
million. Both the Residences and resort will be
operated by Rosewood Hotels & Resorts. The
resort will boast a signature rooftop lounge,
a five star spa and fitness facilities, several
pools, meeting rooms and public space for rotating
art exhibits. |
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Borgo
di Vagli
Borgo di Vagli is the first fully restored 14th
century hamlet in Tuscany to offer fractional
ownership. Set twenty minutes from the medieval
town of Cortona, in a large protected area in
the Niccone Valley, Borgo di Vagli's thick stone
buildings house 10 one and two bedroom residences,
each one with its own private wisteria or vine-covered
pergola. The hamlet has been meticulously and
lovingly restored over 10 years by Italian architect
Fulvio Di Rosa. Interiors are authentic but with
modern comfort in mind. Prices range from €66,000
to €92,500. |
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Cornerstone
Colorado
Cornerstone Colorado is a 6,000-acre residential
community and private resort club located just
outside of Montrose, Colorado. Along with pioneer
hospitality, Cornerstone members will enjoy the
eclectic blend of Colorado's casual mountain lifestyle
and five-star personal service. Greg Norman and
the Greg Norman Golf Course Design team are creating
the 18-hole course at Cornerstone, taking full
advantage of the natural features of the Cornerstone
landscape. In addition to the Greg Norman designed
golf course, Cornerstone will provide a variety
of family oriented, resort-style amenities including
two clubhouses, a swimming pool, stables, the
Camp Cornerstone activities program and concierge
services plus a Mountain Club in Telluride's Mountain
Village. |
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JW
Marriott Residences, Loreto
JW Marriott Residences, Loreto is the first and
only luxury real estate offering for the brand
in Mexico. Slated for first phase completion in
2010, the future LEED Green Building-certified
development is set on more than 800 feet of private
beachfront shoreline and offers 201 full ownership
condominiums. Distinguished as a spectacular resort
community bounded by the great expanse of natural
beauty that is Loreto, the residences will offer
premier resort-style living with modern amenities
and services including a full-service spa, fitness
center, expansive beach club and an array of recreational
activities. |
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Lowe
Destination Development
Lowe Destination Development (LDD) has established
an unrivaled reputation in the real estate industry,
currently developing in excess of $2 billion in
hospitality and resort community properties nationwide.
LDD’s portfolio of development includes independent
luxury resorts, luxury resort condominiums, mixed-use
and master-planned communities and conference
center hotels in a variety of urban and suburban
locations. Through its hospitality management
company, Destination Hotels & Resorts, LDD brings
unmatched expertise to each of its resort communities,
developing unparalleled properties with top-notch
services and amenities in desirable destinations.
LDD’s award-winning projects include The Reserve
in Palm Desert and Indian Wells, Calif., Suncadia
near Roslyn, Wash., and the Royal Palms Resort
and Spa in Phoenix, Ariz. Projects in development
include Grizzly Ranch in Portola, Calif., Terranea
Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif., the Village
at Wild Dunes near Charleston, S.C. and the Stone
Eagle Golf Club in Palm Desert, Calif. |
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Palazzo
Tornabuoni
Housed in one of Florence, Italy's most historic
buildings and surrounded by some of the best dining,
entertainment and shopping venues in Europe, Palazzo
Tornabuoni has the distinction of being the first
urban private residence club in Italy and one
of the first in Europe. Encompassing a whole city
block, the luxuriously-furnished residences at
the palazzo feature unique architectural details
including 30-foot ceilings, centuries old frescoes
and historically inspired accoutrements. In addition
to the 36 fractional luxury apartments, palazzo
will offer its members unparalleled access to
the finest Tuscan Wine Country lifestyle, with
private tastings and events at some of the oldest
and most renowned wineries in Italy. |
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Paraiso
del Mar
Overlooking the Sea of Cortez with five miles
of beach frontage, Paraiso del Mar is a 1,700
acre residential resort development situated on
a secluded peninsula in the Bay of La Paz, just
minutes by ferry from the peaceful seaside town
of La Paz. Paraiso del Mar was designed as a collection
of neighborhoods that simultaneously reflect the
ideals of small-town USA and celebrate the spirit
of Mexico. The project will be comprised of two,
three and four-bedroom oceanfront villas and two
and three bedroom casas with views of vast nature
preserves and the areas' first golf course, designed
by Arthur Hills/Steve Forrest. |
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Querencia
Located just minutes from San Jose del Cabo, Querencia is Los Cabos' first and only private residential community nestled between rugged desert mountains and the sparkling Sea of Cortez . The centerpiece of the community is a private Tom Fazio-designed course, but even non-golfers enjoy this amenity rich enclave located on more than 1,800 acres. Querencia recently unveiled a new Tuscan-inspired 40,000-square foot Club Village complete with a kid's activity center, spa facilities, yoga studios and a signature restaurant overlooking the Sea of Cortez. Now in the process of doubling its golfing pleasure, a Gil Hanse-designed course will open in 2009.
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Quintess,
The Leading Residences of the World
Quintess, The Leading Residences of the World,
is a luxury destination club that provides its
members exclusive access to a portfolio of luxurious
private residences in the world's most coveted
and desirable resort and city destinations. In
addition to the residences, Quintess, LRW members
have access to a host of privileges through the
Club's OnQ Services. These services include unique
OnQ Experiences offering special travel opportunities
at additional properties or destinations that
complement the Club's portfolio, OnQ Concierge
services which are available anytime, anywhere
even when the member is traveling outside the
Club, a personal Member and Travel Advisor for
each member, and on-site destination hosts to
facilitate incredible memories. The Club provides
members unforgettable experiences in spectacular
destinations such as Aspen, Cabo San Lucas, Florence,
Hawaii, Jackson Hole, and Paris, among others.
Members pay a one-time deposit, which is completely
refundable during the first year of membership.
Quintess, LRW now has 51 brilliantly designed
residences in 27 internationally coveted destinations.
With just more than 300 members, the Club provides
one of the lowest member-to-home ratios in the
industry at six-to-one. |
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Terramesa
Resorts
Terramesa Resorts is a privately held resort
community development and management firm focused
on "Accessibility, Affordability, Activities and
All-in-One:" Its exclusive resort communities
are easily accessible from major urban centers
and they offer real estate options at a variety
of price points along with outdoor activities
beyond golf that range from boating and biking
to skiing and hiking, which lead to warm long
lasting memories for every member of the family.
A wholly owned subsidiary of Macfarlan Capital
Partners in Dallas, Texas, Terramesa owns and
operates resort communities in Texas, North Carolina,
New Hampshire and Nevada. |
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Terranea
Resort
Rising from the magnificent bluffs on the Palos
Verdes Peninsula, Terranea Resort is scheduled
to open in 2009. The 582-room resort, located
15 miles from the Los Angeles International Airport,
will include a 360-room hotel and 20 bungalows,
50 oceanfront casitas and 32 detached villas for
limited use ownership. With a prime 102-acre oceanside
location boasting 63,000 square feet of indoor
meeting and event space with an additional 75,000
square feet of terrace and lawn space, Terranea
will be the perfect meetings, weddings and social
events location. A 20,000-square-foot state-of-the-art
spa will offer customized wellness treatments
for both resort and day visitors, and a nine hole
par three golf course with a short-course training
facility will also be available. Terranea will
be the first luxury resort of its kind in Southern
California to provide an unparalleled seaside
escape, combined with the amenities of this remarkable
destination. |
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The
Century
The Century will be the most luxurious condominium
in Los Angeles, representing an evolution of estate
living on the Westside. Designed by Robert A.M.
Stern, the 147 glamorous residences will offer
a level of style, luxury and amenities previously
unavailable on the West Coast. The Century is
a development of Related, the country's leading
real estate developer with a sterling portfolio
of residential and mixed-use real estate across
the country, including New York City's landmark
Time Warner Center. |
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The
Club at Black Rock
Situated above Rockford Bay on majestic Lake
Coeur d'Alene, The Club at Black Rock currently
includes 650 acres of property highlighted by
an award-winning Jim Engh- designed golf course.
Black Rock provides a variety of family-oriented,
resort-style amenities including a 31,000 square-foot
fully appointed clubhouse, private marina, access
to Black Rock Ranch and 24-hour concierge services.
A recent Phase II expansion will add 1,150 acres
of property including a Tom Weiskopf-designed
course (expected to be complete in Spring 2009),
a new companion clubhouse, 345 additional memberships,
a new equestrian center and Kootenai Cabin, a
clubhouse designed for kids and teens. |
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The
Club at Spanish Peaks
The 3,500-acre Spanish Peaks is located in a
secluded valley, adjacent to Yellowstone National
Park and within easy access of Bozeman, Montana.
It is the only private club community in the West
where members can enjoy a private, 18-hole Tom
Weiskopf signature golf course, ski-in/ski-out
access to Big Sky Resort, world-class fly fishing,
stables and hiking, biking and bridle trails throughout.
Created by the developers of the Yellowstone Club,
Spanish Peaks is currently offering prime home
sites, cabins and town homes for sale from $400,000. |
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The
Lodging Club at Calistoga Ranch
Auberge Resorts, creators of celebrated luxury
resorts and private clubs, such as Auberge du
Soleil, The Inn at Palmetto Bluff and the Residences
at Esperanza, operate Napa Valley's only private
residence club for lovers of the sublime California
wine country lifestyle. At Calistoga Ranch, members
enjoy spacious accommodations in architecturally
unique private residences located a remarkable
natural setting. The club, situated on 157 wooded
acres, offers a private lakefront restaurant,
outdoor swimming pool, open-air fitness center,
hiking trails, wine cave, thermal spring-fed bathhouse
spa and all the benefits and conveniences of fractional
ownership. Members also personally connect with
club's membership of esteemed winemakers through
a year-round calendar of exclusive events, private
tastings and wine-pairing dinners. |
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The
Residence Club at PGA WEST
Built in 1926 and located in a spectacular setting
at the base of the majestic Santa Rosa Mountains,
La Quinta Resort & Club® is a legendary resort
destination that has reigned over the picturesque
Coachella Valley with grace and charm. Guests
enjoy unmatched golf, including the acclaimed
Greg Norman course at PGA West®; 23 tennis
courts; the 23,000-square-foot Spa La Quinta®;
42 pools and 54 whirlpool spas; exceptional cuisine
at Azur, TWENTY 6 and Adobe Grill. |
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The
Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage
As part of a new $500 million development situated
on 40 acres in one of Palm Springs most affluent
neighborhoods, The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage
is comprised of three distinct real estate options
located amidst the resort hotel. Ranging from
$895,000 to $4 million, the collection includes
suites adjacent to the spa, Residential Suites
and The Residences, with a total of 138 whole
ownership opportunities. Sales began in November
2007.
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The
Residential Suites at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua
As part of a $95 million renovation, The Residential
Suites at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua will feature
107 luxuriously appointed one and two bedroom
residential suites within the award-winning hotel.
Scheduled to open in December 2007, owners of
the whole-ownership suites will have access to
all of the resort's first class amenities including
world-class golf, a luxury spa, several gourmet-dining
options and the Ritz-Carlton signature event series.
The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua is located on 50 acres
of Maui's northwest shore, overlooking a pristine
golden sand beach, as a centerpiece of a historic,
23,000-acre working pineapple plantation. The
Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua is located just minutes
from centuries old Lahaina. |
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The
Villas at Rancho Valencia
Fans of the legendary Rancho Valencia Resort
now have a unique opportunity to own a part of
this tranquil retreat set in one of the most exclusive
communities in the United States. Twelve large,
luxury vacation homes that will comprise the Villas
at Rancho Valencia Resort are nearing completion
and prospective buyers now have the opportunity
to reserve their interest in 96 shared ownership
interests. Reminiscent of traditional California
haciendas, the Villas feature custom furnishings,
hand-painted tiles and private garden patios.
Each Villa is comprised of 3,500 square-feet of
indoor and outdoor living space; three bedrooms;
three and one-half baths; private entry court;
jetted hot tub; indoor and outdoor fireplaces
and patio grill. Furnishings will reflect the
gracious style of the popular Casitas at Rancho
Valencia Resort. The finest finishes, appliances
and appointments will create a distinctive personality
for each Villa and the architecture will blend
flawlessly into the surrounding environment. Additionally,
a private clubhouse and pool are available exclusively
for owners' use. |
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Timbers
Resorts
Since 1998, Timbers Resorts, the developer of
small, private, luxury resort properties including
private residence clubs, boutique hotels, and
club communities has established an unrivaled
reputation in the real estate industry. Its exclusive
collection of intimate prestigious developments
unlike any other reside in the most sought-after
destinations in the world. Current Timbers Resorts
properties include The Timbers Club in Snowmass,
Colorado; Esperanza - An Auberge Resort in Cabo
San Lucas, Mexico; The Rocks Luxury Residence
Club in Scottsdale, Arizona; Castello di Casole
in Tuscany, Italy; The Preserve at Botany Bay
on St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands; and the
newest addition, One Steamboat Place in Steamboat
Springs, Colorado. With these properties, Timbers
Resorts has taken the concept of real estate to
a new level of luxury, exclusivity and personal
service. |
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