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Whether buying downtown Coral
Gables Condos or within the Gables area, Coral Gables condos for
sale or rent are in abundance. Young
couples and students choose renting a Coral Gables
condominium while finishing school, or just starting a
new job, or marriage. In addition, Coral Gables is just
right for the winter visitors needing a condo for a few
months and desiring lush, tropical living intermingled
with an abundance of culture. Whether you have a lot to
spend, or are on a budget, please allow Philippe Diener,
the Coral Gables condo specialist assist you in finding
the perfect condo for rent. Also known as The City
Beautiful, Coral Gables, with it's blossoming real
estate such as Gables by the Sea, Gables Estates,
Cocoplum or Sunrise, boasts a vibrant business and cultural community
set in a tropical, Mediterranean environment.
Condominiums in Coral Gables are full of life with all
of the foliage and wild life that South Florida can
offer.
Just south of downtown Miami lies beautiful Coral
Gables, or simply "The Gables" as it's known to natives.
This planned section of town is an oasis of quiet
stately homes and upscale shopping and restaurants in
the heart of Miami. If you're tired of South
Beach and the downtown scene and are looking for some
classy fun, take a trip to the Gables.
Coral Gables is built in the
Mediterranean Revival style thanks to the work of James
Deering on his estate, Villa Vizcaya. Deering
built Vizcaya in 1914 using only authentic materials
from Italy and Spain, as well as incorporating large
pieces of real European castles that were dissembled,
shipped here by boat and reassembled on site. Coral Gables began to take shape. Within
four years of its conception, Coral Gables was
incorporated in 1925.
Perhaps the greatest monument to the Mediterranean
Revival style stands today- the Biltmore Hotel.
Inspired by the Cathedral of Seville in Spain, it's
tower today stands as a recognizable symbol to all
Miamians. The hotel was erected in 10 short months
and has not changed even its exterior color to this day.
As a world-class hotel it brings visitors from the world
over; natives flock to the Biltmore to enjoy its spa
offerings and beautiful coral pool.
Located in the heart of Coral Gables, the University of
Miami Hurricanes has a national reputation that has
reached iconic proportions. Many young upstarts, whether
attending the University or not, choose condos in Coral
Gables. When living near the university, condo owners
can easily enjoy the culture and excitement that the
campus life offers. The University of Miami is a dynamic
artistic community that includes the Jerry Herman Ring
Theatre, the Bill Cosford Cinema, and Gusman Concert
Hall. The nationally recognized Lowe Art Museum offers
exhibits, permanent collections, and fine arts classes.
As the recession slowed building
and real estate development, so The Gables stopped its
growth in its prime. Unfortunately, the
Mediterranean Style never regained its full strength and
beauty. In the 1950s, Miracle Mile sprang up, a
brick-paved section of road on Coral Way between LeJeune
Road and Douglas Road.
With its upscale boutiques and specialty stores it
brought heightened commerce to the area and inspired
more of the same kinds of shops to open their doors soon
after. Today, special incentives are offered to
builders and designers who design with the Mediterranean
Revival style in mind.
Coral Gables offers
plenty to do within short driving distance of downtown
Miami. From art and architecture to fine dining
and shopping, make a day or weekend of Coral Gables and
you won't be disappointed.
If you're interested in the
Mediterranean architecture, make sure to visit Vizcaya.
Built in the early 1900s, it stands today much as it did
when it was built.Tours are offered daily.
The Biltmore is also an unchanged tribute to Merrick's
vision. While you can't visit the rooms, the grand
lobby is truly impressive. Coral Gables City Hall
is the city's most important publicly-owned building;
make sure to stop in to see its distinctive portico and
beautiful interior wall murals.
One sport is associated with
Coral Gables: golf! The Biltmore Golf Course (1210
Anastasia Ave) is world famous and home to several PGA
Tour events. This public golf course has the
beautiful backdrop of the Biltmore, little water, a
liberal walking policy, reasonable greens fees and is
challenging enough for pros while being playable for
beginners. The Grenada Golf Course (2001 Grenada
Blvd) is a 9-hole golf course with no water hazards;
it's not as challenging as the Biltmore, but this par 36
course is a more relaxing round and an exceptional
value.
The Venetian Pool (2701 DeSoto Blvd) draws visitors from all
over the world. Built in 1923 from a coral rock
quarry, it is spring-fed and is surrounded by grottos,
two waterfalls and coral caves.
Fairchild Tropical Garden (10901 Old Cutler Road) is a
beautiful day-long (at least!) retreat from reality.
With its collection of tropical plants and flowers,
palms, ferns and flowering vines, trails around lakes
and through groves, mangrove forests, rainforest display
and orchid display (among much else!) you'll have little
time left for the shows, educational programs, bookstore
and special events displays. Make sure you bring
walking shoes and plenty of water! Coral Gables is in
close proximity to Miami International Airport,
Downtown, The Grove, Metro Zoo, and South Beach. With
convenience, culture, and entertainment, a condominium
in Coral Gables is ideal for a wide variety of people
who do not consider beachfront living a necessity and
desire the lush, tropical terrain that epitomizes South
Florida real estate.
The shopping and dining can't be
missed.
Miracle Mile (Coral Way, between LeJeune Road and
Douglas Road) and the
Village of Merrick Park (LeJeune Road and Ponce de
Leon Blvd) offer world-class boutiques, antiques,
galleries and 5-star dining. The world's best
restaurants can be found here in The Gables, including
The Palm (Steakhouse & Seafood), Caffe Abbracci
(Northern Italian), Pascal's on Ponce (New French), Miss
Saigon Bistro (Vietnamese), and
Norman's
Coral Gables
condominiums are in close proximity to so many wonderful
activities. The lush Mediterranean environment makes all
of the locations in Coral Gables beautiful and exotic.
Condominiums are near golf courses, parks, public tennis
courts, 30 miles of waterways with abundant boating
facilities, and probably the only swimming pool in the
country on the National Historic Register - The Venetian
Pool - a spring-fed grotto of native coral rock and
underwater caves. When you buy a condo in Coral Gables,
you are assured a healthy, natural, tropical atmosphere
that is as unique to South Florida as the miles and
miles of precious coasts and waterfronts. Coral Gables
also offers acclaimed schools both public and private,
state-of-the-art libraries, and a thriving business
community. Coral Gables condominium living is close to
several professional theater companies that offer a
variety of productions throughout the year. The famed
Miracle Mile and its surrounding downtown streets with
their European-style outdoor cafes, provides residents,
employees, business people and visitors with an
enjoyable tropic shopping experience. Miracle mile has
seen an exciting renaissance with new vintage style,
hybrid electric trolleys leading the advancements, and
many people are choosing to buy beautiful, luxury condos
in this rejuvenated area.
As you can see, there is plenty
for everyone to do in Coral Gables. If you are
visiting Miami, make sure you leave time to see the
beauty and tranquility of Coral Gables. If you
live here, take advantage of all this area has to offer. |
