Windsor Properties Newsletter March-April 2015

PROPERTIES

VOLUME 20

MARCH/APRIL 2015

2930 SAVANNAH PLACE

IN THIS ISSUE Featured Property Listing............................. 2

Equestrian Fiesta Time . . ............................... 3

Windsor’s Wine Association. . ......................... 6

Professional Tennis Exhibition. . ..................... 3

Property Listings. . ....................................... 4

Featured Homesites. . ................................... 7

Welcome Windsor is committed to providing an environment that allows its Members to enjoy life to the fullest. As we head into some glorious spring weather in Florida, we are enjoying another busy season of Clubsponsored events and activities.

Also woven into the fabric of life here are the myriad Member-sponsored specialinterest clubs and groups including the Windsor Wine Association, which now has more than 45 members. It is among the most active private club Wine Associations and continues to attract the attention of some of the finest wine producers in the world. To read more about the group and its events, turn to page 6.

We have also enjoyed a number of sporting events and tournaments this season including an exciting exhibition match between tennis professionals Mardy Fish and James Blake.

Please see page 3 for a recap of this great afternoon of professional tennis.

Windsor is the perfect setting for equestrian pursuits and our program continues to grow in popularity, especially with our junior Members. The recent Equestrian Fiesta showcased the riding skills of our Members and equestrian staff and included a traditional Argentine cookout, known as an asado. We tell you more about this familyfriendly event on page 3.

Windsor continues to hold a steady position in the market for sales of existing homes and homesites. With all amenities in place, the lifestyle at Windsor is unmatched and current real estate values are exceptional.

In this issue of the Windsor Properties newsletter, we’re happy to bring you some extraordinary homes and homesites currently on the market. Please visit our website at

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all the real estate opportunities at Windsor.

A strong sense of place defines this extraordinary one-acre estate home bordered on three

Best wishes for an enjoyable spring season.

sides by undulating fairways and natural hammock. The versatile and well-appointed living spaces are purposefully arranged throughout the site creating a seaside haven for family gatherings. Broad loggias define outdoor rooms with southern exposures across an expansive lawn and magnificent pool. The spacious great room with limestone fireplace features travertine floors, 12-foot beamed ceilings and pocket doors, which allow lovely cross breezes.

Elizabeth C. Hanley President Torwest, Inc. Windsor Real Estate Inc.

The professional-grade kitchen, with marble countertops and center island, opens into the light-filled breakfast room. Separated by a loggia are two poolside, private guest suites. The master suite spans the entire second floor and includes his-and-hers baths, expansive closets and dressing rooms and a private study. At the eastern end of the property is a charming twostory guest cottage with a guest suite and kitchenette on each floor.

Offered for $7,500,000.

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Mardy Fish & James Blake

Take to the Courts at Windsor Although he had planned a comeback at the BNP Paribas Open in California, Fish says the Windsor exhibition match gave him a chance to get back in the game and allowed him to spend time with family and friends. The Vero Beach native is the son of Windsor’s Director of Tennis Tom Fish.

During Blake’s 13-year professional career, he won 10 ATP Tour titles and was ranked as high as No. 4 in the world, becoming the first AfricanAmerican man to reach the world Top 10 since Hall-of-Famer Arthur Ashe.

Competing for the U.S. Olympic team, Blake finished fourth at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. He also was a part of the 2007 U.S. Davis Cup championship team.

“It’s really fun to see the amazing things these great athletes can do with the enormous top spin and control they generate – all so effortlessly,” said On February 11, Windsor Members watched as two tennis professionals faced off in an exciting exhibition match on Windsor’s tennis courts. The final four games of the day went to Mardy Fish who beat James Blake 8 to 6.

Windsor Member Lee Fentress.

Following the exhibition match was a cocktail reception and Q & A at Windsor’s Tennis Centre, where Fish and Blake discussed their careers and long-term friendship.

Both players have ranked in the top 10 worldwide in their careers.

Fish reached a ranking-high of No. 7 in August 2011. He advanced to three major quarterfinals at the U.S. Open, Wimbledon and Australian Open and won the silver medal at the 2004 Olympics.

Equestrian

FIESTA TIME Windsor Members shouted

Dressed in “stable chic” attire, Members watched as experienced asadors

encouragement and

painstakingly roasted beef sirloin, chicken, ribs, Florida grouper and

applauded in appreciation

handmade chorizo sausages over wood embers, which must be replenished

as junior Member Chris

from a nearby fire throughout this slow-cooking process. Members dined in

Joyce and Windsor’s riding

and around the stables at the Windsor Equestrian Centre, sipping Cabernet

staff, Morgan Greer and

Sauvignon and Merlot from Argentina’s famous Mendoza wine region.

Rachael Hetson, showed off their riding skills during the

After dinner the Windsor staff provided all the ingredients to make s’mores,

February Equestrian Fiesta.

establishing a new Windsor tradition, to finish off the asado.

The event celebrates

Windsor’s full-scale Equestrian

Windsor’s equestrian

Centre consists of 18 stables

roots with horsemanship

and 14 paddocks, as well as

exhibitions and sumptuous

jumping, dressage and lunging

food in a convivial

rings. The 400-yard long

atmosphere. It’s a chance for Members to socialize with neighbors while

driving range doubles as a polo

seeing what Arno Mares and his Equestrian Centre team have been teaching

field for exhibition matches.

during the season.

There are also 4.6 miles of riding trails surrounding the

This year’s festivities included an authentic Argentine asado grill buffet.

community. The Centre offers

An asado is a lively social gathering regularly held on South American

boarding, maintenance, a

estancias. Like the traditional Argentine asados, Windsor’s affair featured

variety of equestrian lessons

hearty slabs of meat, robust red wines and good conversation.

and riding for recreation.

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10510 Eton Way 6 Bedrooms, 7 Full and 3 H a lf Baths An impressive stone staircase that arrives to an expansive elevated pool courtyard makes a dramatic entry to this oceanfront estate.

Throughout the home, beautiful craftsmanship and fine finishes, including French white oak flooring and Calcutta gold marble countertops, create a sophisticated yet relaxed feel. The home’s entry hall and bar feature an inlaid frosted glass coffered ceiling and opens to an elegant living and dining room. French doors frame the magnificent ocean view. The master wing includes uniquely designed his-and-hers bathrooms and a study that opens to the pool. A bright and airy kitchen with commercial-grade appliances adjoins a sitting and eating area that overlooks the ocean. Four generous guest suites and a central family room are located on the ground floor. Across the pool courtyard, a charming carriage house is completed with the same superior finishes.

Offered for $10,500,000.

10550 Savannah Drive 6 BEDROOMS, 7 FULL AND 1 HALF BATHS This architecturally distinguished home has been masterfully sited on a double lot and enjoys breathtaking lake and golf course views.

The well-conceived plan features a central entry hall and two wings with distinct garden settings. The home’s north wing offers privacy with the entire second floor dedicated to the master suite complete with loft-style sitting room, study, exercise room, veranda, and generous bathroom. The south wing has a more casual, relaxed feel with the pool courtyard, and deep loggia with fireplace for outdoor dining and living off the great room and kitchen. A second floor guest wing includes three guest suites that each open to the veranda, a kitchenette and another loft-style sitting room. A phenomenal setting, exceptional architecture and thoughtful plan creates a truly livable family home.

Offered for $7,295,000.

3045 Hammock Way 6 BEDROOMS, 5 FULL AND 2 HALF BATHS A stately entry porch leads into a double-height living room with immediate views of the lake and golf course. Elegant finishes include limestone clad walls and flooring, superior millwork and dentil molding. Tall French doors in the living room open to the courtyard where an endless lap pool, spa, summer kitchen and terraces capture marvelous sunset views. To one side of the living room is the bright, eat-in kitchen and family room. On the opposite side is a richly finished library with fireplace and bar. Upstairs, the master wing encompasses a luxurious bathroom and an expansive dressing area with four walk-in closets. An additional master and guest suite complete the second floor. This home’s well-conceived plan includes ample storage as well as a two-bedroom guest house.

Offered for $6,995,000.

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3465 North Savannah Place 6 BEDROOMS, 8 FULL AND 2 HALF BATHS This gracious home’s well-conceived plan takes complete advantage of its superb setting. A tranquil courtyard with a central reflecting pool leads to the home’s main entry where a voluminous entry hall is characterized by a handsome Chippendale-style stair rail and decorative coffered ceiling. The family room with adjoining bar and wine cellar opens to the lushly landscaped poolside loggia. On the second floor, the living room with adjoining dining room features mahogany wood floors and finely detailed millwork. Tall French doors open to a deep veranda for phenomenal lake and golf course views. A bright eat-in kitchen boasts a large central island, crisp white cabinetry and commercial-grade appliances. The private master wing includes his-and-hers bathrooms and walk-in closets; French doors open to the veranda.

Offered for $5,200,000.

3325 Fortnum Place 4 BEDROOMS, 5 FULL AND 3 HALF BATHS Serene, sensual and simple describe the design conception of this award-winning residence that is masterfully arranged on two lots.

The home’s main gallery also functions as a dining room where glass doors slide out of sight to connect the space to the garden. A custom steel fireplace works with the angle of the large living room with sliding glass doors that seamlessly connect the interior and exteriors spaces. The large, light-filled kitchen and family room with Boffi cabinetry and stainless steel countertops is oriented to capture long views of the pool courtyard. Upstairs, the generously-sized master suite connects to spacious his-and-hers dressing rooms. A guest bedroom and bath complete the second level. A private guest house with outdoor fireplace anchors the far end of the pool.

Offered for $4,975,000.

3065 Hammock Way 4 BEDROOMS, 4 FULL AND 1 HALF BATHS This Village Fairway home, on a quiet street nestled between the Tennis Centre and Windsor’s championship golf course, enjoys a southern exposure and sweeping views. A large entry foyer welcomes you to the home’s light-filled ground floor. Off the foyer, the elegant living room with gas fireplace opens to the pool courtyard. Stately pillars in the dining room define the home’s formal dining space. A spacious kitchen with a beamed ceiling, center island and wine cooler is centrally located between the dining and family rooms. A guest suite complete with laundry room can be accessed from the pool courtyard providing guests ultimate privacy. Upstairs, a large landing area leads to the master suite, which boasts beautiful views from both sides. French doors open to a deep veranda with its private staircase to the pool.

Offered for $3,995,000.

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Windsor’s Wine Association

Let the wi ne flow The famous French wine merchant and writer André Simon once said,

In February, Bernard Hervet, General Manager of the renowned Domaine

“Wine makes every meal an occasion, every table more elegant, every day

Faiveley, traveled from Burgundy to share some of its greatest wines

more civilized.”

with the Windsor Wine Association members and their guests. The event featured a tasting of the recent 2012 vintage, followed by an outstanding

Members of Windsor’s Wine Association would agree. Founded about 15

dinner with older wines going back to 1990. Mr. Hervet described his visit

years ago, this Windsor group meets throughout the season to share their

as “a wonderful chance to visit this fabulous community and share great

passion for top-quality wines. Jeff Zimmer and Bob King are currently

wines and great food in a beautiful setting.” He enjoyed it so much he has

at the helm of the 46-member association, which offers many benefits

already promised to return.

including group purchases, special pricing and secure storage in a temperature-controlled facility.

Also in February, Windsor was the starting point for a global tour by Hart Davis Hart Company, which specializes in procuring fine and rare wines.

The Chicago-based company’s presentation focused on the state of the high-end wine market with a discussion on how to buy and sell at auctions.

The Wine Association schedules a variety of events at Windsor such as the well-attended December wine tasting that featured three different wine producers and renowned Nantucket Sommelier Frank Hersey. Chef Becht served a selection of cheeses and figs while members had an opportunity to debate and vote on the wines.

In addition to the recent Faiveley celebration, the Wine Association works with Zachy’s of New York to host a grand tasting of more than 40 wines, which then provides an opportunity for a group purchase to be stored in the Association’s cellar at Windsor. The final highlight is the annual dinner with superb wines arranged by Zachy’s.

Windsor’s Director of Food and Beverage, Ralph Wagner, assists the group with his knowledge and contacts. Wagner also welcomes members’

The Wine Association also affords Members an opportunity to learn about this ancient beverage from some of the most knowledgeable experts and winemakers in the world. Windsor has played host to a number of prestigious winemakers, including Italy’s Marchesi Antinori and Burgundy’s Alex Gambal.

suggestions for new wines to serve at Windsor’s two fine-dining restaurants and the wine selection available at the Village Store.

“The Association members appreciate Ralph’s knowledge of wine and his efforts to expand the universe of wines Windsor Members have the opportunity to enjoy,” Mr. Zimmer said.

“We are proud to host some of the world’s finest and most interesting winemakers here at Windsor, where they can share their fantastic knowledge with our members and broaden our exposure to wines from all over,” said Mr. King.

Members of the Wine Association also organize trips to Spain, Napa Valley and other well-known wine-producing regions throughout the world, as well as popular festivals in Nantucket, Naples and other locales. The members are always happy to get back to Windsor, though, where the friends in

Windsor’s Chateau Palmer Dinner and Wine Tasting in January was a soldout affair featuring excellent wines accompanied by superb food pairings

the Wine Association get to enjoy each other’s company (and share their special wines) in the unmatched setting that is Windsor.

prepared by Windsor’s Executive Chef Stephane Becht.

J e f f Zi m m e r, B e rn a rd H e r v e t a n d B o b Ki n g

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2150 Gleanmare Lane

10020 Renfrew Avenue

4 BEDROOMS, 5 FULL AND 1 HALF BATHS

5 BEDROOMS, 6 FULL AND 1 HALF BATHS

Located on an exceptional South Village corner, this home enjoys lake,

Oriented to capture spectacular views and prevailing breezes, this

waterfall and fairway views. The entry pavilion’s lily pond introduces a

courtyard-style home with voluminous spaces, rich materials and expert

water theme that unfolds with a loggia beside the swimming pool. Rich

detailing exudes timeless elegance. A tall belvedere with a tongue-in-

detailing including French limestone and ipe wood floors, Venetian plaster

groove vaulted ceiling marks the main entry off the auto court and links

wall surfaces and mahogany cabinetry characterize the ground floor spaces.

the carriage house with the main house. French doors line the entry foyer

The carriage house contains a guest suite with kitchenette. Below, a ground

and stair hall, framing the breathtaking lake and fairway views across the

floor loggia with summer kitchen and half bath is convenient to the pool.

expansive pool courtyard. Furniture available but not included in the price.

Offered furnished for $3,900,000.

Offered for $3,295,000.

FEATURED HOMESITES

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10400 ETON WAY

10660 SAVANNAH DRIVE

OCEANFRONT ESTATE

Country Estate

21,966 SQ FT

20,400 SQ FT

BLOCK 65 / LOT 11

BLOCK 62 / LOT 3

OFFERED FOR $3,050,000

OFFERED FOR $895,000

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9950 RENFREW AVE

2175 THOMAS CT

South Village

South Village

10,481 SQ FT

8,956 Sq ft

Block 55 / Lot 4

Block 56 / Lot 4

OFFERED FOR $675,000

Offered for $650,000

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10585 Kent Court

10707 BELVEDER E SQUAR E

3 BEDROOMS, 3 FULL AND 1 HALF BATHS

3 BEDROOMS, 3 FULL AND 1 HALF BATHS

This elegantly appointed Row House offers a central location and

Inspired by Caribbean traditions this house anchors a corner overlooking

exceptional views of the croquet greensward and polo field. Oriented

the Village Centre. Tall ceilings and an abundance of windows create

around a private pool and garden, the ground floor living spaces are lined

an open and airy feel. The kitchen, which is open to the family room,

with French doors that open to the courtyard. The home’s grand living

features a center island with breakfast bar. Upstairs, a cozy sitting area

room features expertly crafted millwork and voluminous floor-to-ceiling

leads to two bedrooms. The large master suite with reading nook opens

windows at both ends of the room. A carriage house with a separate sitting

to balconies with lovely views of the village. A bedroom suite with sitting

room and kitchenette offers additional guest accommodations.

room and kitchenette make up the second floor of the carriage house.

Offered for $2,200,000.

Offered for $2,150,000.

10565 Whittington Avenue

2995 Hammock Way

4 BEDROOMS, 3 FULL AND 1 HALF BATHS

3 BEDROOMS, 4 FULL AND 2 HALF BATHS

This newly renovated Courtyard Apartment features voluminous ceilings and

Entry to this Lake Cottage is through a lushly planted courtyard garden.

finely crafted details. A series of living spaces unfolds off the double height

French doors in rich mahogany lead through the entry foyer to the great

entrance hall, including a large living room with built-ins and a wood-

room with ipe wood floors and a large hearth. Upstairs, a library with

burning fireplace. A formal dining room, with custom banquette and wet bar

mahogany built-ins opens to a covered porch overlooking the lake and golf

is open to both the living room and kitchen on opposite sides. Upstairs, the

course. A bonus third level provides ample storage. The carriage house is

master suite includes a luxurious wood-paneled bathroom complete with a

complete with a gracious guest suite and sitting room featuring long views

double sink marble-topped vanity, glass-tiled shower and soaking tub.

of the polo field to the north.

Offered for $1,675,000.

Offered for $1,500,000

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