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Waterfront Fine Homes, Inc
Luxury Real Estate in a Tropical Location

Newsletter                                      October 4, 2010


 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
A Message from Bobbie

Greetings from our gorgeous paradise!  Temps are about 80 with plenty of sunshine. I am pleased to announce the addition of Lynn Rose to the Waterfront agent team.  Lynn is an equity member with a long history of mixing her brand of professionalism with her social grace.  With a background in law, you can be sure that Lynn will cross all the ts.  We will support her clients and market her listings with the same finesse and dedication that we have become known for.

Our other astute team members, Phyllis Galen, Sara Heft, Nelson Gordy and Patti Mays have been here all summer trying to start a spark in this sleepy market.  Prices are the lowest in seven years and deals are waiting to be inked. 

 

If you haven't booked your holiday rental, there's still time to call Patti at 367-0999 and let's see if these super-low rates might lure you back this season to visit the most incredible tropical paradise on the planet!


We are ready for the season to begin and the Reef to fill up with people. Our weather is perfect.  No storms except for that pesky Nicole and she effected every east coast state far worse than us.

I look forward to seeing you around the Reef - Here's what's happening: 
This Week at the Reef 


Bobbie Watson
Broker & Owner
year-round resident


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Lynn Rose joins Waterfront!

Welcoming our newest addition Lynn Rose

Lynn Rose was born and raised in Toronto; move to Michigan where she went to law school, raised two fine sons, and practiced law for 25 years. She has been a homeowner at Ocean Reef since 1983. She moved to Ocean Reef full time in 2004 and has been active as a real estate agent since then. She served on the ORCA board from 2005 until 2009. She presently is on the ORCAT board, the Ocean Reef Political Action Committee, Questers Choose and Cherish, the Ocean Reef Yacht Club, The Good Time Girls Golf Group, the Bonefish Bonnies and is the Harbour House representative to the Ocean Reef Advisory Council.



207 Andros

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Check out this video showing off our listing, the cozy cottage situated near Buccaneer Island.

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Neighborhood Spotlight

Villa Colony
 207 Andros 
Villa Colony, also called Villa Cay, was the first full neighborhood built at Ocean Reef in 1964.  According to the Ocean Reef Historical Society there were 2 floor plans of one and two bedroom cottages: the Holiday plan or the Celebration plan.  Back in the day, the little cottages had addresses like A7 or B5.  The Club had one hotel building, one restaurant and a small Marina (and a Golf course?)  Today in Villa Cay, there are castles on the Ocean next to some of those cottages.Views still exist for the homes on the B side of the street as there is an agreement amongst neighbors to limit landscaping between homes that sit right on the Ocean.  This week 108 Andros was torn down and carried off the Reef.  A buyer purchased the small cottage for $4M and intends to build a fantastic structure over the next year.

Two weeks ago we experienced tropical storm Nicole.  Despite Villa Cay being the most vulnerable to flooding, the pooling was temporary and there was no damage.  Its location is still the best at Ocean Reef just steps away from Buccaneer Island and several restaurants.  The prices in this little hamlet range from under 1M to 2M without dockage.  (Of course, this excludes the magnificent castles that rarely come on the market.)  Exuma Road, the only street in Villa Cay with boat access and seawalls, has two listed properties. Currently there are 7 cottages from $700K to $1.9M on the market.  Also there are 2 canal front large homes on Exuma priced at about 5M.  Please check out our website for ore details.

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A private waterfront home of style and custom quality.One of the most distinctive homes at Ocean Reef! Doors,flooring, fixtures and furnishings all imported from France. 4 bedrooms, media room, and a garage that can accommodate 6 cars plus all your toys! 130 feet of water frontage. Floating dock.

 
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Rental Update

Christmas is coming! Make your reservations today!

Judging by the amount of phone calls that are coming in, the reef is going to be booked this Christmas and New Years. So don't wait --- make your reservations today! It seems that people are starting much earlier in securing their places so that they can enjoy all that Ocean Reef has to offer during this special time.

The holidays at the Reef is such a magical time to share with your family and friends.  There are so many things to do, like Festival on the Green, fireworks and dancing on the beach, so please come join us!

Call Patti NOW to make your reservations (305) 367-0999

 

 
About Waterfront Fine Homes
 
Prime Real Estate in a Prime Location
 
Waterfront Fine Homes Inc. is located in the prestigious Ocean Reef Club in North Key Largo, Florida.  With prime Oceanfront, bayfront, golf course and interior homes & condos; not to mention a 175 slip full service marina, state-of-the-art medical center, 4000 foot runway, Cultural Center featuring top entertainment, golf, tennis, croquet, and some of the best fishing anywhere in the world.  Ocean Reef has something for everyone. 

Our full service Agents are available daily to assist you in locating the perfect property to purchase or lease at Ocean Reef.  Give us a call today and allow us to show you how great life at Ocean Reef Club can be!

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Waterfront Fine Homes is a premier upscale real estate firm of accomplished and experienced professionals working in a focused and enjoyable environment.  We provide accurate and up-to-date information to our clients including skilled analysis and sound real estate advice.
We continue to explore new ideas and technology to make the buying and selling of real estate faster, less costly and easier.
We enhance our quality of life by active community involvement.