Audrey Ross

Splendid Mediterranean villa designed by Ramon Pacheco rests privately behind gates amid lush tropical plantings and charming brick walkways and patios at 2505 de Soto Boulevard in Coral Gables.

Inside, fresh interiors reveal tiled marble insets, old-world windows and beautiful vaulted cypress ceilings. Antique French doors welcome the gentle breezes and frame the splendid garden and pool views. This stunning home features a layout designed for grand entertaining - with formal living and dining rooms perfect for hosting an "all out" dinner party or casual cocktails by the wet bar in the family room. Equally suited for family living the first level shows four family bedrooms and a grand staircase leads to the luxurious and spacious second level master suite with loft area, private balcony, two walk-in closets and marble bath.

A gourmet, eat-in, kitchen with granite countertops, wood cabinetry and stainless steel appliances sits just off the dining room and overlooks the breezy patio with bar area and sparkling swimming pool. A two-car garage with laundry area and full bath, guest area on the second level with separate entrance finish off this stunning family friendly homes in the heart of the Gables.

If you would like anymore information on 2505 de Soto Blvd, or any of our other listings, please call Audrey Ross at 305.960.2575 or visit our site at www.MiamiRealEstate.com

You're invited to our open houses!

100 Casuarina Concourse - a luxurious waterfront estate in Gables Estates is open this Sunday November 9th from 3:00 - 5:00 PM. This stunning estate on the wide water features 5 bedrooms, 6 full baths and 2 half baths, great room with wood-bunring fireplace and sweeping views of the wide water, a sparkling swimming pool.

431 Arvida Parkway - Bermuda style estate in Gables Estates with 180 feet on the water. Beautifully updated 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath with all the upgrades including refreshing swimming pool and spa, guest house, wonderful terrace with built in bbq and much more! Come see for yourself Sunday November 9 from 3:00 - 5:00 PM

4915 San Amaro Court -Great location near the University of Miami 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, gourmet kitchen and lushly landscaped grounds are just the beginning! Open Sunday November 9, 2008 from 2:00 - 4:00 PM

For questions or to set up a private appointment at these, or any of our other listings - please feel free to call 305.960.2571

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