The Venetian Pool has been around since the 1920's in the middle of Coral Gables. There is an interesting history behind this one which actually came about by accident. The original developer of the Gables was quarrying coral rock (hence the name Coral gables) to use in building homes. When the quarry started to fill with water he decided to make it into an attraction and built the Tuscan styled buildings and pergolas which is the style in most of the original homes.This cool and beautiful spot is open to the public 365 days a year. One more fact, it is non-chlorinated and a drain/fill system was created way back when. Each evening it is emptied and then refilled with the natural spring water. 05/17/2015

Nothing short of spectacular at The Biltmore Hotel. The Grand Dame of Coral Gables  has a pool that is still the largest hotel pool in the country. At over a half acre thats a lot of water!In the far left corner the tower used to be a diving platform where they held diving shows and competions back in the day. Johnny W. & Esther W. (for those old enough to remember) were often there. 05/16/2015

101 Almeria Building 101 Almeria Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134 Price Not Disclosed 4,682 SF | Office     Office Property For Sale Price: Price Not Disclosed Building Size: 4,682 SF Property Type: Office Property Sub-type: Office Building Property Use Type: Investment Commission Split: 3% Occupancy: 0% No. Stories: 1 Tenancy: Single Year Built: 1954 Lot Size: 0.11 AC APN / Parcel ID: 03-4117-005-3050 Listing ID 18949276 Last Updated 7 days ago Attachments 40 Year Certification Floor Plan Highlights Excellent investment opportunity Corner stand alone building High Visibility Plenty of parking: Street plus Municpal across Zoned 6600 COMMERCIAL - LIBERAL 40 year inspoection report available Description Excellent investment opportunity, 4,700 SF office building, located at the NW corner of... 11/29/2014

101 Almeria Building 101 Almeria Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134 Price Not Disclosed 4,682 SF | Office       Office Property For Sale Price: Price Not Disclosed Building Size: 4,682 SF Property Type: Office Property Sub-type: Office Building Property Use Type: Investment Commission Split: 3% Occupancy: 0% No. Stories: 1 Tenancy: Single Year Built: 1954 Lot Size: 0.11 AC APN / Parcel ID: 03-4117-005-3050 Listing ID 18949276 Last Updated 7 days ago Find Out More...Is this listing inaccurate? Report Listing Error Attachments 40 Year Certification Floor Plan Highlights Excellent investment opportunity Corner stand alone building High Visibility Plenty of parking: Street plus Municpal across Zoned 6600 COMMERCIAL - LIBERAL 40 year inspoection report available Description Excellent investment... 11/13/2014

Gables on the Green Condo Information about Gables on the Green: Heat/Cool: Central air conditioning, Central heat, Electric heating, Parking: Assigned parking, Attached parking, Covered parking area, Recreation: swimming pool, Heated pool Amenities: Exercise room, Foyer. Scenery: Golf course view/ The twin towers of Gables on the Green rise majestically above the city's premier location. Gables on the Green overlooks the historic Granada Country Club and Golf Course in the very heart of this unique city where crimson Poinciana's, cascading fountains and winding waterways complement broad boulevards and Banyan-shaded courtyards. Coral Gables' exclusive residential district is discreetly set apart from the pressures and pace of modern life by a series of dramatic arches that serve as gra... 11/07/2014

 TAHITI BEACH HOMES IN CORAL GABLES Tahiti Beach Homes is an exclusive neighborhood within Cocoplum in the City of Coral Gables. It is a community within a community. This is the ultimate luxury neighborhood in Coral Gables Miami with only 20 homes in this unique private oceanfront community. Tahiti Beach Homes can only be accessed through a guarded security entrance. Privacy with ocean views, and amazing architect is the key element for this community drawing in many celebrities, financiers, and international figures to call Tahiti Beach home and these estates are stunning. Several of the Tahiti Beach homes sit on lots offering upwards of 25,000 square feet. These homes are also unique in architectural styles merging a cohesive and attractive design, while boasting interior and exterio... 07/09/2014

  2014: Buenas Expectativas para el Mercado de Oficinas   La taza de desempleo en Miami se ha reducido en 1%, finalizando el año 2013 alrededor de 8.30%, lo que significa una reducción importante en comparación con las figuras reinantes en 2010 del 13%. Los empleadores más importantes fueron el de hotelería, servicios y entretenimiento. El crecimiento del sector turismo en la ciudad de Miami fue uno de los más importantes catalizadores. La influencia de extranjeros, en especial, de  Latinoamérica instalando sucursales y nuevos negocios en la ciudad de Miami definitivamente han contribuido a mejorar significativamente el desempleo.   Los reportes estadísticos reflejan sin duda un aumento en la absorción y por ende una bajá significativa en la desocupación del 3%. El segmento líder en abs... 02/13/2014

Just south of Coconut Grove lies the City of Coral Gables.  Coral Gables is known as the City Beautiful because of its classic Mediterranean architecture and tree lined streets.  It is also home to more than 7 exclusive guard-gated communities.  If you want the security and privacy of a gated community you will have many more options in Coral Gables than Coconut Grove.  There are approximately 70 homes for sale in the gated communities of Coral Gables compared to just 10-15 in Coconut Grove. Below is a list of the Coral Gables gated communities, and what is for sale here: Surnise Harbour | 4 Homes for sale | Average List Price: $4,000,000 Cocoplum | 27 Homes for sale | Average List Price: $4,000,000 Gables Estates | 7 homes for sale | Average List Price: $10,000,000 Journeys End | 2 ho... 12/31/2013

The Coco Plum Yacht Club located at 6001 S. Prado Blvd. in Coral Gables, FL is a beautiful marina with boat and yacht dock slips for sale and rent for those who live and play in the gorgeous waters of South Florida.   Coral Gables is one of the best places to live in South Florida and the attractive neighborhoods in close proximity to Downtown Miami are very sought after by those who love Mediterranean inspired neighborhoods. With shady tree-lined streets, grand entryways and plenty of green space, it’s easy to see why this area is called “The City Beautiful”.   Homes for sale in Coral Gables have architectural styles that vary and include quintessential Old Spanish homes like 908 Obispo Avenue which has a unique design and has been tastefully updated with natural light that pours into... 12/18/2013

Matheson Hammock State Park is one of Miami’s best-kept secrets located just south of Coral Gables at 9610 Old Cutler Road. Nature lovers agree that its charming trails and open fields are a great place to spend a tranquil afternoon with family and friends. The park is fringed with sandy white beaches and natural mangroves. Its charming wind-swept shores and picturesque scenes are what make Matheson Hammock Park a peaceful sanctuary. Choose which nature trail or bike trail that you would like to explore or just enjoy its warm waters – perfect for wading with the little ones. The lagoon – where water comes from the tide of nearby Biscayne Bay, is quite an attraction. In Matheson Hammock Park, you’ll never run out of fun things to do. It features a full-service marina where boating is ope... 11/29/2013

The world class Biltmore Golf Course is a championship, 18-hole rich and lush sprawling fairway with over 6,800 yards recognized as one of the finest layouts in the South known to attract many dignitaries, sports and movie star icons. Located right next to the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, the Biltmore Golf Course exceeds all expectations – luxurious, challenging, well-manicured and providing top notch services. Golfers consider the Biltmore Golf Course a jewel because the greens are always in tiptop shape. Designed in 1925 by the unsurpassed golf designer of that period, Donald Ross, the course has a naturalness, strategy and variety so that all guests enjoy one of their best golf games. Coral Gables residents enjoy specialized fees and members have unlimited greens and can reserve p... 11/21/2013

"There's No Place Like Home" or "A Home Away from Home"? Where Will Baby Boomers Live During Retirement It's a question many baby boomers are probably asking themselves as they enter retirement. The possibilities are endless but so are the possibilities of enjoying your retirement with a reverse mortgage. In truth, reverse mortgages can supplement four of the five suggestions presented by an article, "Where are Baby Boomers Going to Live?," published in Yahoo! News. Tom Sightings, the article's author, presents five suggestions to where baby boomers are going to live in the next 10 to 15 years, based on past retirement trends: Baby boomers will stay where they already live. It's probably the most common option during retirement. You are comfortable where you live and have gotten to know... 11/21/2013

The Coral Gables Art Cinema is a state-of-the-art theater that presents first run and regional premieres of quality international and American features both documentary and fiction as well as classic films, film festival events and special programs which speak to the multicultural diversity of the region.   Since it’s opening in October 2010, the Miami New Times weekly named the theater “Miami’s Best Art-House Cinema”. Emmy award winning filmmaker of Before Stonewall and respected film festival programmer Robert Rosenberg is the Cinema Director.  Launched in 2006, the Cinema project is a partnership between the City of Coral Gables, who owns the building in which the theater is located, and the Coral Gables Cinemateque, Inc., a non-profit 501(c)(3) film arts organization.   A range of f... 11/04/2013

The Coral Gables Museum, which celebrates historic and environmental preservation, is a cultural experience in the heart of downtown Coral Gables where the old police and fire station once stood at 285 Aragon Avenue. Witness how Coral Gables became the City Beautiful that it is today. Admission to the museum includes exhibits and walking tours where you’ll learn more about Coral Gables architectural heritage with Mediterranean Revival buildings that date back to the 1920’s when Coral Gables became a commercial district.  Adult admission is $7, children ages 6-12 are $3 and children under 6 are free. You can also support the museum by getting a membership which includes lots of benefits like free admission, complimentary and/or discounted admission to a wide variety of programs, gift sho... 10/31/2013

Coral Gables restaurants offer something for every palate and now is a great time of year to go out and explore new restaurants, especially if you are a foodie at heart. One of my favorites is Eating House at 804 Ponce De Leon Blvd. This small restaurant has been the talk-of-the-town since its opening early last year and for good reason. Food Network’s Chopped grand prize winner Giorgio Rapicavoli, a Miami native, and his partner opened this pop-up restaurant which is now a permanent resident. Many of the foods served at this local favorite are meant to be shared and come one by one. Every dish seems to be their specialty. Some of the tastes that are off the charts include pasta recipes like their superb carbonara, chicken and waffles (an all-time favorite) and a definite must-try is th... 10/30/2013

The Andalusia Condo luxury boutique building is located in the heart of Coral Gables offering the best of quiet condominium life along with every benefit of living in the city!   Andalusia is located just one block from Miracle Mile in the central business district of Coral Gables with dining, shopping and the theatre just steps away. The Mediterranean architecture of the 8 story building features a central courtyard that the units overlook.   Coral Gables is known as an upscale Mediterranean-inspired neighborhood with beautiful architecture and delightful amenities.   Condo amenities at Andalusia include a doorman/concierge, French Doors to the courtyard garden with a grand fountain, a game room/billiards, hospitality bar and fitness center.   Andalusia residences feature oversized bal... 10/29/2013

Printable Jack-O-Lantern Halloween Stencils It's Halloween again! It doesn't feel all that long ago that we celebrated Halloween but I'm glad it's back, even if the year did go by faster than I anticipated (and I do find myself a little older). Personally, I love Halloween. A lot. The costumes, horror movie marathons and, of course, Jack-O-Lanterns make for a very spooky atmosphere every year. Speaking of Jack-O-Lanterns, I've always wanted to try to make one but never got around it. I don't know if this year will be the year I try but, in the meantime, I'll observe others handy work. Whether you do it free hand or not, making Jack-O-Lanterns seems like a time consuming but rewarding endeavor.  If free hand isn't your thing though, there are always printable Jack-O-Lantern Halloween Ste... 10/28/2013

Nestled in Coral Gables, Florida is an elegant lifestyle center featuring designer shops and exquisite dining. The Village of Merrick Park is a posh shopping mall with over 700,000 sq. ft. of retail space on San Lorenzo Avenue. This three-story shopping center was developed by The Rouse Company and has three anchor tenants – Neiman Marcus, Equinox Fitness Club and Spa and Nordstrom, offering some of the best shopping, dining and entertainment in Miami. There are over 100 stores and restaurants- everything from Tiffany & Co., Coach, Gucci, and Michael Kors to Jimmy Choo for shoe lovers as well as sparkling creations at Swarovski. After an afternoon of shopping, relax at Borders Café or grab a bite to eat at Yard House which is an upscale eatery known for great food, classic rock music an... 10/21/2013

Baby Boomers...Living Longer, Not Necessarily Healthier Baby boomers have something else to worry about: their health. On top of depleting government resources, low cash flow, and increasing longevity, baby boomers are now are now more likely to suffer from high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes than the preceding generation, according an article published by ABC NEWS, based on a study done by JAMA Internal Medicine. The study was in accordance to statistics provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which found that Americans spend, roughly, $147 billion on obesity and $177 billion on diabetes. If this is any indication of what's to come, baby boomers are in for a rough retirement. In truth, baby boomers would live in the U.S. have higher chronic disea... 09/18/2013

I scheduled this morning to help the owner clean up for his showing. I had 20 Realtors lined up for 5pm today to see the place and everyone with contract and escrow. I roll up to the place (hour ago ) and a guy greats me with a contract in hand and an escrow letter from his lawyer (full asking price) Full price, as is, no contingencies .... owner looked at me and said "is it really this simple" I said to the owner, no, it's the efforts of hard core Keller Williams Marketing at it's best" but I told my owner, we still have the 5pm unless you want me to cancel that. He said "bird in hand is worth 2 in the bush" everything is now signed and have to cancel all the 5pm appointments Life is getting interesting. 09/11/2013