The village of Bal Harbour, near Miami, Florida, is all ready well-known as a haven for those seeking pampering, luxury and carefree convenience. The area is well-stocked with gourmet dining establishments, designer boutiques, waterfront facilities including a yacht and beach club, and some of the most remarkable accommodations imaginable. Now however, the St. Regis hotel in Bal Harbour Florida will be the top destination for those who love luxury accommodations while living on the ocean.

Emerging from their nine acres of lush and landscaped gardens, the St. Regis resort and residences are situated ideally along Florida’s famous “Gold Coast”. The three elegant glass towers overlook the property’s one thousand feet of exclusive beachfront, providing the more than five hundred luxurious residences and suites with panoramic views of the seaside location.

Property owners and guests have access to the facility’s signature services, including a private pool, fitness center and spa. Concierge, housekeeping, laundry and dry cleaning, pet services and even package or bag pickup from the Bal Harbour Shops will also be available. Residents may also have all of their provisioning, including grocery and pantry shopping taken care of by the solicitous staff. There are also high quality and pre-screened child care and nanny services available for those who will require them.

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Sea Pines Resort – Hilton Head Island, SC

In 1956, just five short years after the introduction of electricity onto Hilton Head Island, Charles Fraser purchased land on the southwestern tip of the island in order to develop the community now known as Sea Pines Plantation. The first of Hilton Head’s plantation communities, Sea Pines covers over 5,000 acres of thriving natural environment reminiscent of Eden and offers over five miles of gorgeous public-accessible beaches.

Real Estate Information – Homes, Condos, Lots

In 1958, the first deed to a Sea Pines Plantation lot was signed and within four years, beachfront prices grew by close to 50%. Examining the current real estate market for new homesites, homes, villas, and condos, it’s easy to see why the prices have continued to grow so drastically. From small, picturesque cottages to sprawling mansions, the Sea Pines Plantation community contains everything you could want when looking to invest in a home. Numerous single- to five-bedroom homes are available, ranging from $450,000 to over $8,000,000.

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