Port Royal Area Home named as one of the Top 25 Oceanfront Homes for Sale

Posted by melissam | Naples, Premier Sotheby's International Realty, Premier Sotheby's International Realty Agents, Real Estate, Real Estate Market, SWFL News, The Lutgert Companies | Posted on May 23rd, 2011

Joining the likes of extravagant homes from Hawaii to Maine, a Gulf front Naples, home was included in the roster of the finest oceanfront homes for sale by Ocean Home magazine. All waterfront homes featured extend the ultimate in luxury, amenities, acreage, and square footage.

Homes chosen not only have the best architectural and interior designs, but also are located in some of the most desirable neighborhoods in the United States.

After a far-reaching quest for homes at the top of their market, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty’s Port Royal Area property made the cut.

The palatial beachfront home located in the Port Royal Area, along the Gulf of Mexico, made lasting first impressions with details such as the home’s hand-forged wrought-iron gated entry, beyond which a set of cedar and mahogany exterior doors and iron archways welcome you inside. Once inside, owners of the 20,075 total square-foot home have their pick of rooms to use and are treated to niceties like imported travertine flooring with onyx accents, a 32-foot imported travertine fireplace, handmade Italian chandeliers, Costa Brava granite, copper hammered sinks, gorgeous groin ceilings, a custom wood paneled family room, a study, and a library. Additionally, a temperature-controlled wine room, a gourmet kitchen with imported solid granite surfaces and modern appliances by Miele and Thermador make for elegant entertaining. A butler’s pantry, servant’s quarters, and an outdoor kitchen with a fireplace round out the offerings, all of which are surrounded by multiple Gulf side verandahs overlooking a two-level water feature flowing into a beachfront pool.

The home is listed for $21,900,000 with Philip N. Collins, Broker Associate with Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, 239-404-6800; naplesluxuryproperties.com.

Ocean Home magazine, a luxury oceanfront lifestyle publication, announces its fourth annual list of the “Top 25 Ocean Homes” for sale in the U.S. from coast to coast. The current issue (May/June) displays these most exotic, luxurious, and desirable oceanfront homes currently on the market.

About Premier Sotheby’s International Realty

Premier Sotheby’s International Realty is a division of The Lutgert Companies founded in 1984 by Chairman Scott F. Lutgert. The firm has offices strategically located between Bonita Springs and Marco Island with headquarters in Naples, FL.  The Lutgert Companies also owns Lutgert Title, Lutgert Insurance, Premier Commercial, and Signature Sotheby’s International Realty, with three offices in the Sarasota region.

About Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates, Inc.

Founded in 1976 to provide independent brokerages with a powerful marketing and referral program for luxury listings, the Sotheby’s International Realty network was designed to connect the finest independent real estate companies to the most prestigious clientele in the world. In February 2004, Realogy Corporation, a global provider of real estate and relocation services, entered into a long-term strategic alliance with Sotheby’s, the operator of the auction house.  The agreement provided for the licensing of the Sotheby’s International Realty name and the development of a full franchise system by Realogy’s subsidiary, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. Affiliations in the system are granted only to brokerages and individuals meeting strict qualifications. Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC supports its affiliates with a host of operational, marketing, recruiting, educational and business development resources. Franchise affiliates also benefit from an association with the venerable Sotheby’s auction house, established in 1744. For more information, visit www.sothebysrealty.com.

Premier SIR Recognized on REAL Trends 500

Posted by melissam | Bonita Springs, Linville Ridge, Marco Island, Naples, Premier Sotheby's International Realty, Premier Sotheby's International Realty Agents, Real Estate, Real Estate Market, SWFL News, The Lutgert Companies | Posted on May 17th, 2011

Premier Sotheby’s International Realty today announced it was recognized on the REAL Trends 500 Top Firms Ranked by Volume and Top Firms Ranked by Average Sales Price lists.

The REAL Trends 500 is an annual research report that identifies the country’s largest and most successful residential firms as ranked by closed transaction sides and separately by closed sales volume.

Premier Sotheby’s International Realty was ranked 54th on the Top Firms Ranked by Sales Volume list, which is available in the publication’s May 2011 issue.  The list is a ranking of the 500 largest firms that participated in the REAL Trends 500 rankings.

Premier Sotheby’s International Realty was also ranked 15th on the Top Firms Ranked by Average Sales Price list.  The list is a ranking of the 25 firms in the REAL Trends 500 by sides or volume with the highest average sales price.  Premier Sotheby’s International Realty was the only company in Florida to be included on the list.  The Sotheby’s International Realty® network received the most rankings of any brand on the Average Sales Price list.

“We are very proud to have Premier Sotheby’s International Realty and its talented team of professionals represent us in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties,” said Michael R. Good, chief executive officer, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC.  “This recognition is a testament to the hard-working individuals that make up this fine firm and the extraordinary listings they represent.”

“We are proud to represent the finest home in Collier and Lee counties,” said Judy Green, President & CEO.  “This recognition is a result of our market knowledge and expertise and the support of the Sotheby’s International Realty brand, all of which enable us to effectively market and sell these extraordinary residences.”

The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has more than 11,900 sales associates located in approximately 560 offices in 42 countries and territories worldwide.

Since 1984, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, a division of The Lutgert Companies, has been the leading luxury brokerage with offices strategically located from Bonita Springs to Marco Island and their headquarters located in Naples, FL.  Premier Sotheby’s has over 250 licensed real estate professionals including a full service rental division, marketing, IT and E-commerce divisions.

The Lutgert Companies, whose history in Southwest Florida dates to 1964, also owns Lutgert Title, Lutgert Insurance, Premier Commercial, and Signature Sotheby’s International Realty, with three offices in the Sarasota region. www.premiersothebysrealty.com.

About Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC

Founded in 1976 to provide independent brokerages with a powerful marketing and referral program for luxury listings, the Sotheby’s International Realty network was designed to connect the finest independent real estate companies to the most prestigious clientele in the world. In February 2004, Realogy Corporation, a global provider of real estate and relocation services, entered into a long-term strategic alliance with Sotheby’s, the operator of the auction house.  The agreement provided for the licensing of the Sotheby’s International Realty name and the development of a full franchise system by Realogy’s subsidiary, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. Affiliations in the system are granted only to brokerages and individuals meeting strict qualifications. Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC supports its affiliates with a host of operational, marketing, recruiting, educational and business development resources. Franchise affiliates also benefit from an association with the venerable Sotheby’s auction house, established in 1744. For more information, visit www.sothebysrealty.com.