Windsor Properties Newsletter Dec 2012-Jan 2013

PROPERTIES

VOLUME 10

DECEMBER 2012/JANUARY 2013

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IN THIS ISSUE Featured Property Listing . . ............. 2 Developer Offerings....................... 3

The Aspen Institute at Windsor........ 3 Village Life.................................. 6

USTA 10 & Under Tennis Program ... 6 Gert & Uwe Tobias Exhibition.......... 7

P R O P E RT I E S

WELCOME a rare opportunity to construct a custom home along Florida’s Treasure Coast. Look on the next page to find out more about some of the remaining opportunities to build at Windsor.

This is always a great time of year as we welcome the return of our Members and their families, and also the return of our seasonal staff to the Windsor team. Windsor is abuzz with events and activities to kick off the season.

Enjoy this edition of Windsor Properties and do check our website at www.windsorflorida.com for complete details on real estate opportunities at Windsor.

The second exhibition in our three-year collaboration with Whitechapel Gallery of London is now open. The jewel-toned woodcut prints by Romanianborn artists Gert and Uwe Tobias have brought the dark enchantment of European forests to The Gallery at Windsor. We encourage you to arrange a visit while this phenomenal show is on display. Information on scheduling a private tour can be found on page 7.

Best wishes for the season, Sincerely,

We are excited to announce a new collaboration this season with The Aspen Institute, the renowned education and policy studies organization based in Washington D.C. The institute’s Energy and Environment Program has planned an exclusive program that will explore the plight of our oceans and marine life in Florida and around the world. For more information, see page 3.

Elizabeth C. Hanley, licensed real estate broker President Torwest, Inc. Windsor Real Estate, Inc.

With a limited number of oceanfront homesites remaining, Windsor offers

10125 ST. AUGUSTINE AVENUE bedrooms 4 bathroom S

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The exceptional architecture of this residence creates a timeless setting for comfortable and flexible living. Dark ipe wood floors add richness, while high ceilings and wide windows enhance the light and airy feel. On the ground floor, an inverted hip ceiling with white painted beams and tall windows on three sides distinguishes the living room as a pavilion. The adjacent dining room with wet bar leads into the large kitchen and family room. The kitchen features custom cabinetry with a central island with breakfast bar. A series of French doors opens to a garden overlooking a lake and golf course beyond. On the second floor, French doors in the sitting room and master bedroom open onto a covered veranda.

The master bedroom features a vaulted ceiling, built-in shelves, a cozy window seat, and a well-appointed master bath with Waterworks fixtures and fittings.

From the home’s entry court and two-car garage, a private stairway leads to the two-bedroom carriage house. Furniture available but not included in the price.

Offered for $2,750,000.

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Developer Offerings Homesites situated along the Atlantic shoreline in Windsor have been planned to maximize views while still allowing design flexibility and private beach access. They offer from 72 to 130 feet of ocean frontage.

These few remaining homesites are reserved for ocean cottages, which may be conceived as relatively small cottages or as large compounds organized around a series of courtyards. Both choices allow for ample cross ventilation, while maintaining the openness and sense of privacy characteristic of Windsor.

Buyers may work with their desired architect and choose one of the eight Windsor-approved builders to construct a residence. The lots conform to patterns already established on the ocean side of Windsor, where homes are low in scale and understated in style, yet showcase the designs of some of the world’s finest architects.

Prices for oceanfront $2,650,000.

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In the Golf Estates at South Village, the number of available properties also is limited.

Homesites here stretch along the 4th through the 7th fairw ay s of Winds or’s aw ard-w inning golf course, with long views of greens, lakes and parks.

This serene neighborhood, only minutes from Windsor’s Village Centre, is a good choice for those seeking a more private setting or a golffocused lifestyle.

Seven limited-edition design plans are available and buyers who choose one of these approved designs can reduce typical custom home construction time by nearly half. These plans are suited to several different homesites in the South Village and are pre-priced for ease of planning. Homesites for the Golf Estates at South Village start at $450,000. Plan pricing begins at mid $2 million.

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THE GOLF ESTATES AT SOUTH VILLAGE

comes to Windsor Scientists, environmentalists and other experts have been invited to Windsor to share research and to discuss the plight of the world’s oceans and marine life at a symposium scheduled for March 7-8.

Windsor is partnering with The Aspen Institute, an education and policy studies organization based in Washington, D.C., to organize the event.

The Aspen I nst i t ut e Sym posi um on Oceans will be a series of lively sessions and discussions about the current state of oceans and how the ocean community can better communicate a message about conservation to policymakers and the general public. Another topic of conversation: What innovative tools for marine protection currently are being used, and what are the challenges to their success?

The program will open with a reception and dinner at 6 p.m. on March 7 and will conclude after lunch on March 8.

The event is open to Members, their guests and supporters of The Aspen Institute. For more information, contact Jane Sm al l ey at 772 388 8609 or j ane.sm al l ey@wi ndsor f l or i da.com .

RCL Development

Barth Construction

Hill Group

Barth Construction

Croom Construction

Huryn Construction

Wissel Construction

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3485 N. SAVANNAH PLACE 5 B E D R O O M S , 5 F U L L A N D 1 H A L F B AT H S Every room in this elegantly relaxed residence expands into private outdoor living areas with breathtaking golf and lake views. An airy sophisticated living room with fireplace is at the home’s center. This well-proportioned room features a series of French doors on two sides that opens to separate and distinct courtyards. Also on the ground floor are a spacious guest suite and a private office that can serve as a bedroom. Both rooms open directly to the outdoors. The large and superbly conceived kitchen features a center island, full-height marble backsplash, premium appliances, and adjoins a handsome bar and a custom wine room. On the second floor, the stairway and elevator open to a wide hall that leads to two bedrooms, each with bathroom. A library with built in cabinetry and a large living porch with fireplace separate the master suite from the other bedrooms. An oversized glass enclosed shower is shared by separate master bathroom areas. French doors, windows and a skylight create a bright and airy feel within her bathroom which features custom cabinetry, a separate water closet and a freestanding pedestal tub.

Offered for $5,895,000.

2150 GLEANMARE LANE 4 B E D R O O M S , 5 F U L L A N D 1 H A L F B AT H S This home located on an exceptional South Village corner enjoys lake, waterfall and fairway views of the 4th hole and 5th tee. The e n t r y p a v i l i o n ’s l i l y p o n d i n t r o d u c e s a w a t e r t h e m e t h a t u n f o l d s w i t h a loggia beside the swimming pool. Private landscaped courtyards flank the great room, with high ceilings and fireplace. A family room a d j o i n s t h e p r o f e s s i o n a l - g r a d e k i t c h e n e q u i p p e d w i t h Wo l f r a n g e , S u b - Z e r o r e f r i g e r a t o r a n d t w o A s k o d i s h w a s h e r s . A n e x p a n s i v e b u t l e r ’s pantry features a full-height wine refrigerator and stainless steel countertop. The formal dining room connects to a handsome library with a terrace overlooking the picturesque 70-foot-wide cascade.

The ground level is finished with French limestone and ipe wood f l o o r s , Ve n e t i a n p l a s t e r w a l l s u r f a c e s a n d r i c h m a h o g a n y c a b i n e t r y.

The carriage house contains a guest suite with kitchenette and porch o v e r l o o k i n g t h e l a k e a n d f a i r w a y s . B e l o w, a g r o u n d f l o o r l o g g i a w i t h summer kitchen and half bath is convenient to the pool courtyard.

Offered for $3,900,000.

3295 N. SAVANNAH PLACE 6 B E D R O O M S , 5 F U L L A N D 1 H A L F B AT H S The entrance of this exceptional home leads into an impressive twostory stair hall with tall windows that bathe the entry foyer with natural light. The well-planned design maximizes opportunities for indoor and outdoor living with large gathering spaces as well as intimate rooms. An elegant family room features French doors on both sides that overlook a private courtyard and the pool courtyard with its panoramic view of the Equestrian Centre, Town Hall and Village Centre beyond. A classic Windsor white kitchen with professional-grade appliances, a large central island and breakfast bar connects to a cozy sitting room with a built-in entertainment center. Upstairs, the light and airy master bedroom with vaulted ceiling enjoys the spectacular views from a spacious covered porch. Three additional bedroom suites complete the second floor. Built for flexible use, the carriage house includes a two-car garage, large game room, two guest bedrooms suites and a loft style sitting area.

Offered for $3,700,000.

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3300 WINDSOR BOULEVARD 4 B E D R O O M S , 5 F U L L A N D 1 H A L F B AT H S Located on a spacious lot with village greens on two sides, this exceptional residence is the perfect example of the understated elegance found throughout Windsor. Designed by Andrés Duany in collaboration with Scott Merrill, every room has been sited to take full advantage of natural light and prevailing breezes. Beautiful maple flooring in a herringbone pattern is featured throughout the main living spaces.

Thirteen foot ceilings in the formal living and dining room add light and a sense of grandeur. All ground floor rooms boast French doors with pocket screens that open to a deep covered loggia, with a fireplace sitting area, overlooking the bright, sunny terrace and 20-foot by 45-foot swimming pool. A lushly landscaped garden sits slightly lower than the pool terrace creating a private outdoor haven. This flexible home features a large kitchen with professional-grade appliances, a separate carriage house with kitchenette and access to loggia, and ample guest parking.

Offered for $3,100,000.

10640 SAVANNAH DRIVE 4 B E D R O O M S , 4 F U L L A N D 2 H A L F B AT H S Masterfully sited on the perimeter of Windsor’s golf course, this elegant home enjoys boundless views in all directions. A sunlit swimming pool is screened from the golf course by the main house and is surrounded by lushly landscaped gardens. The home’s living areas include a bright foyer, a comfortable living room with fireplace flanked by bookshelves, a separate dining room, a powder room, and a private guest suite. Rich stone covers the countertops and full-height backsplashes in the spacious country kitchen with premium stainless steel appliances. On the second floor a gracious sitting area is incorporated into the master suite. The well-appointed master bathroom features an expansive marble-topped vanity, a marble-trimmed spa tub and a separate shower. A study features built-in cabinetry and French doors to the veranda; an adjacent hall provides flexibility for this room to serve as a third guest bedroom. A second bedroom and bath suite for guests completes the second floor.

Offered for $2,995,000.

10570 FIFE AVENUE 4 B E D R O O M S , 4 F U L L A N D 1 H A L F B AT H S This Windsor house, with its generous private interior courtyard, enjoys incredible views of the golf course as well as all the benefits of a central village location. The two-story entrance and 11-foot coffered beamed ceiling with tongue-and-groove paneling in the foyer, family room and living room create a wonderful sense of light. A spacious kitchen is centrally located adjacent to both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The combined living and dining room opens to an expansive covered loggia creating an ideal entertaining space for all occasions. The master suite and two additional large bedrooms on the second floor feature spacious baths with Waterworks fixtures with custom wall and floor tile.

This home also features a carriage house with a large open guest suite complete with kitchenette and a balcony overlooking the pool courtyard.

Offered for $2,295,000.

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USTA 10 & UNDER TENNIS PROGRAM

Village Life

Windsor has one of the most comprehensive club tennis programs in the country, with eight Har-Tru courts and a very active and social tennis club that offers recreational play for players of all ages and skill levels.

This season, Windsor is involved with the United States Tennis Association’s 10 and Under Tennis program, a skills specific program geared toward children ages 10 and under.

“The USTA 10 and Under Tennis program follows the same logic as other youth sports like baseball or soccer, which use kid-sized courts and kid-sized equipment,” says Tom Fish, Windsor’s director of tennis.

“The balls bounce lower, don’t move as fast through the air and are easier to hit.

Racquets are sized for small hands, and courts are smaller and easier to cover.”

Last season, several Windsor Members gathered at the pond by the stables for a few afternoons of friendly competition. They used a small wind sock to test the direction of the wind as it came around the stable, and then launched remotecontrolled Laser sailboats from a small dock.

Using simple controls, they sailed their boats through a race course created with buoys.

We couldn’t say. The new Windsor Sailing Club wasn’t yet keeping records.

“By using this new play format, the benefits are immediate, and within a short time kids are rallying, playing, and excited to keep playing,” he says. “That means kids will have more fun and less frustration. They’re playing real tennis and having real fun — and that’s what is most important.”

The boats, which are about 40 inches long and 6 feet tall, have a single mainsail. The remote transmitter has controls that allow the boats to be sailed just like their full-sized versions.

“This is so much fun, we want to share it with anyone – experienced or not,” Shelby says.

Who won?

Windsor Pro Kristen Wilson works closely with the Mardy Fish Foundation, which was asked to champion 10 and Under Tennis for the Treasure Coast region.

Wilson received extensive training directly from USTA that will benefit Windsor’s tennis program, Fish says.

The Sailing Club held one session just for kids; another is planned for this season. This is one activity Members can enjoy with their grandchildren, Shelby says.

“Our focus was on having fun and learning how to control and race the boats so no official records were kept,” says Windsor Member David Shelby, who established the club with fellow Windsor Member Charlie Leighton. “By the end of the season, we had 17 boats owned by Members. We have all ages including several 10 to12 year olds who are very competitive.”

Expect even more fun this year, he says, as the club plans new activities such as scheduling regional regattas with similar fleets at Orchid Island and, perhaps, keeping records and hosting an awards dinner.

The 2013 schedule begins in January at 4:00 p.m. on Sundays and Wednesdays.

The Sailing Club invites other Members to join in the fun.

“Help in rigging and learning to sail is available on request,” Shelby says.

As might be expected of a community designed to foster interaction, Windsor has no shortage of diverse and creative clubs and activities. Windsor Members have formed a Wine Club, a Book Club, a Bridge Club and a Duplicate Bridge Club.

Windsor’s tennis program includes a number of other activities and events for all ages including club championships, junior clinics and a junior round robin tournament.

Windsor’s courts, designed by Wimbledon champion Stan Smith, are surrounded by lush walls of scented jasmine that create an intimate playing experience as well as a perfect windbreak.

A group of Members meets for evenings of dinner and theater.

There is also a Gun Club, which plans shooting trips, and an International Art Committee, which serves as ambassadors for Windsor’s Art Programme.

An all-white dress is observed on the courts. Private instruction is available.

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DECEMBER 2012/JANUARY 2013

Gert & Uwe Tobias Exhibition Opens sculptures combining influences from traditional folk art and abstract art from the early 20th century.

For their show at Windsor, the Romanian-born twin brothers will create a site-specific installation of large woodcut prints of vibrant, jewellike colors conceived for the gallery’s unique environment.

Works of art by Gert and Uwe Tobias will be on view at The Gallery at Windsor from December 9 through April 4, 2013.

This exhibition will be the first in Florida for the internationally celebrated artists, who are known for collaborating on large woodcuts, gouache paintings, typewriter drawings and ceramic

“We are very grateful that, thanks to the Whitechapel Gallery and Mr. and Mrs. Weston, we will have the opportunity to exhibit at The Gallery at Windsor,” Gert and Uwe Tobias said in a statement. “Following our projects at the UCLA Hammer in LA and MoMa in New York, six and seven years ago respectively, it will be interesting to show a small yet exquisite overview of our works from the last few years in the U.S. We’ll be presenting a wide selection of our ‘drawings’ made with a typewriter, plus collages and woodcuts on paper as well as woodcuts on canvas, which is a new technique developed by us in the last year. In terms of themes for the exhibition, we’ll be

developing the ideas that have intrigued us recently, including paraphrases of Dutch still life painting, medieval applied printing and Mannerist printing. We are very much looking forward to the show and the whole experience.”

Gert and Uwe Tobias, who have worked together since 2001, will attend the opening weekend of the show, which is the second of three annual exhibitions curated by the Whitechapel Gallery, in partnership with Windsor, to coincide with Art Basel Miami Beach.

The gallery opens at noon by appointment each day except Tuesdays. Closing times vary. To schedule a guided tour, please call 772 388 4071 or email gallery@windsorflorida.com.

On April 16, the show moves to the Whitechapel Gallery in London, where it will be on view through June 14.

Gert & Uwe Tobias, Untitled, 2012 mixed media, collage on paper 32 x 37.5 cm / 12½ x 14¾ in © Photo Alistair Overbruck, Cologne/Gert & Uwe Tobias/VG. Bildkunst, Bonn

CLUB AMENITIES MEMBERSHIP

THE GUN CLUB

THE BEACH CLUB

The Windsor Club Membership is reserved for a maximum of 275 Golf Memberships and 20 Founder Memberships. There are also 55 Club Memberships available for non-golfing Members.

Windsor’s Gun Club emphasizes new clay shooting games from Europe.

The Beach Club features an elegant restaurant ov er l ooki ng t he 25- m et r e pool , The Cabana B a r, and 10 pr i vat e beach cabanas. I t was desi gned by ar chi t ect Jaquel i n Rober t son w it h i nt er i or desi gn by Naom i Lef f .

THE VILLAGE CENTRE The Village Centre features a post office, real estate office, The Village Store and an amphitheatre designed for concerts and special events. Seven guest suites surround the Village Centre’s gardens.

THE TOWN HALL D e s i g n e d b y L é o n K r i e r, t h i s p u b l i c building is used as a meeting hall and a nondenominational church.

THE GALLERY The Gallery at Windsor was established in 2002 as an independent art space at the heart of the community. The Gallery features important works from the George Weston Collection and invites curators to respond to the space with exhibitions that reflect the Windsor environment. The Gallery also collaborates with the Whitechapel Gallery in London for a series of exhibitions to coincide with the Miami Basel Art Fair.

FITNESS Windsor’s Fitness Centre includes a fully equipped gym and facilities for a variety of classes from yoga to Pilates.

GOLF Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., Windsor’s 18-hole Florida links-style course plays to a par 72. The course, which is unobstructed by houses, is within walking distance of the Village.

TENNIS Wimbledon champion Stan Smith designed Windsor’s eight Har-Tru courts. Protected by “walls” of jasmine, each of these north-south courts feels like a private court.

EQUESTRIAN Windsor’s Equestrian Centre consists of stables for 18 horses and 14 paddocks, as well as jumping, dressage and lunging rings.

The expansive driving range doubles as a polo field several times a year. There are 4.6 miles of riding trails surrounding the property.

THE CLUBHOUSE The Clubhouse was designed by architect Clemens Bruns Schaub with the casually elegant interior design by Yabu Pushelberg.

This welcoming space offers Members a convivial bar, bistro, golf shop and locker rooms for both men and women.

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FINE DINING Windsor boasts a world-class restaurant helmed by Chef Stephane Becht, who has more than three decades of culinary experience at Michelin-rated restaurants, luxury hotels and resorts.

THE VILLAGE SUITES Located in the heart of the community, the Village Suites are a collection of uniquely furnished guest accommodations overlooking the delightful gardens of the Village Centre.

THE WESTON GUEST HOUSE Privacy and seclusion abound at this exquisite home with seven private guest rooms. The Weston Guest House is available to Members and their guests and is used for family reunions, bridal parties, private social events, board meetings, and corporate retreats.

CONCIERGE A fully staffed Concierge Service provi des M em ber s and t hei r guest s wi t h personal and pr of essi onal ser vi ces f r om dini ng and boar dr oom r eser vat i ons t o cult ur al excur si ons.

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DECEMBER 2012/JANUARY 2013

10701 BELVEDERE SQUARE

10540 FIFE AVENUE

10620 Barons Court

4 B E D R O O M S , 5 F U L L A N D 1 H A L F B AT H S

4 B E D R O O M S , 3 F U L L A N D 1 H A L F B AT H S

4 bedrooms , 4 full and 1 half baths

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Offere d f o r $ 2 ,1 9 5 , 0 0 0 .

Nestled between two beautiful green spaces, this property enjoys a unique location within the village. The attention to detail is evident upon entering the home, where fine millwork, honed Limestone flooring, and a Chippendale-style stair rail add elegance to the ground floor. Here, the inviting garden room and well-appointed master suite open onto a lush, private pool courtyard.

The primary living and entertaining spaces, which include a combined living and dining room, a large kitchen with breakfast area and cozy, wood paneled library with fireplace, are located on the upper level capturing stunning views. Wide oak floors, tall ceilings, and multiple sets of French doors with transoms above enhance the bright and airy feel throughout.

Offered for $2,195,000.

Lush greenery and azure skies serve as a backdrop for this stunning home, with its white stucco curves inspired by Dutch Caribbean architecture. Upon entry, from the street or garage, you’ll find light-filled rooms on one side and an inviting pool on the other. Smooth limestone flooring enhances the open feel of the ground level, which connects to the outdoors through a generous loggia that stretches down the length of the house and across to the pool’s edge. The pool was carefully situated to visually integrate into the overall design of the home. At one end is a fountain and poolside seating area sheltered by a trellis covered with bougainvillea. At the other end is a onebedroom guest cottage with private entrance.

Offered for $1,950,000.

10565 WITTINGTON AVENUE 3 B E D R O O M S , 2 F U L L A N D 1 H A L F B AT H S Thi s w e l l - a ppo in te d a n d th o u g h tfu lly p lanned courty ard apartment features voluminous ceilings and finely crafted details.

A series of living spaces unfolds off the double-height entrance hall, with a large living room that features built-in cabinetry and a wood-burning fireplace. The bright and airy kitchen features a central island with raised breakfast bar. Upstairs, the spacious master suite includes a well-appointed bath with his-and-hers closets. A central vestibule with built-in open shelving leads to a sunny den overlooking the courtyard on one side and two separate bedrooms with shared bath on the other. French doors from each of the bedrooms open onto an extended balcony that stretches across the façade, offering wide views of the driving range, which doubles as a polo field for exhibition matches.

Offered for $1,200,000.

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