An outing with Brazilian family to find their luxury vacation condo in Sunny Isles…

I had a great opportunity work with a Brazilian family in Miami searching for their second home in Sunny Isles. They were looking for a minimum of 3 bedrooms with no less than 2200 sqft. They expressed that it must have a spa with first-class treatments as well as a view of the ocean and intercoastal. The developments on the top of their list were Jade Beach, Jade Ocean, Trump Royal, Trump Palace, Trump Towers and Acqualina. An important aspect of the floor plan of the luxury Sunny Isles condo was the size of the bedrooms. Our first visit was Jade Ocean, which is one of the premiere luxury condo developments in Sunny Isles. Upon walking into the lobby there were very impressed by dramatic lobby. We viewed both the four bedroom “E” floor plan, and the three bedroom “D” floor plan. Even though they wanted the larger unit they felt the “E” floor plan layout was not functional because the fourth bedroom was too small. They really preferred the “D” because its layout was more functional.

The second visit on was Jade Ocean’s sister development Jade Beach. They were equally impressed by the dramatic views of the Ocean from the lobby and the layout of the 3-bedroom floor plan “A”. They loved the two wraparound balconies, which had both Ocean and intercoastal views. In a compare and contrast with Jade Ocean and Jade Beach they preferred, Jade Beach’s floor plan but Jade Ocean’s amenities.

The next on our list to see was Trump Royal and Trump Palace. They had high hopes for both developments and were not disappointed. In the lobby while waiting for the developer’s agent we discussed Brazil’s political situation with President Lula leaving office and his choice of Brazil’s finance minister Rousseff to be his successor. This conversation was cut short once the private elevator opened to the dramatic view of the 3-bedroom “A” floor plan. As soon as the elevator doors open you are greeted by a spectacular view of the ocean. The bedrooms are proportional and there is a view from every window. One aspect that gives the Trump’s Sunny Isles condo developments an advantage is the setback of the buildings are closer to the Ocean than any other buildings in Sunny Isles. The next stop was the Trump Royal, which is located directly to the North of Trump Palace. The Trump Royal is a newer than the Trump Palace, which my client immediately noticed once they walked into the lobby. Even the elevators are a new generation without buttons for residence’s floor; you just swipe your fab and it automatically jets you to your floor. Our focus in Trump Royal was on two floor plans, the “A” floor plan, (3 bed/ 3.5 bath 4025 sqft under AC) and floor plan “B”(3 bed/3.5 bath 3016 under AC). My clients were so impressed by Trump Palace and Trump Royal, they insisted on viewing Trump Towers too, so that was our next stop.

After being spoiled by Trump Royal’s lobby and stunning 4000 sqft unit it was hard to imagine something which could stand next to it. Even though Trump Tower’s lobby was impressive, Trump Royal had it beat but as soon as we walked into the unit it was demanding our respect. The “A” (2928 sqft under AC) unit with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths seamed flawless. As soon as the doors open the ocean rushes to greet you. The rooms are proportional, with a view in every room. The unobstructed south views from Tower 3 are priceless. As for the amenities no corner was cut and there is a gourmet restaurant in Tower 2, which all 3 Trump Towers share.

The last Sunny Isles luxury development on our list was Acqulina, which some consider the crown jewel of Sunny Isles Luxury Condos. My Brazilian clients said from the start Acqualinawas on the top of their list because a world-class spa was important. As soon as we pulled into the valet and the eagerly gracious staff greeted them, my clients looked at me with approval. As the lobby’s double doors were opened for them you just felt this building’s service was on a different level. The floor plan of focus in Acqulina was the Toscana, which is a 3-bedrooms/3-bathrooms (2,750 sqft). This corner floor plan offers unbelievable views from the Ocean and intercoastal. Another unique feature is all the units have a gas stove for the cooking enthusiasts. We looked at the last designer ready unit in the building, which is just a blank canvass for an exquisite designer.

They said choosing is the difficult part after seeing the best of what Sunny Isles luxury real estate has to offer. They are cash buyers so they have more leverage with a quick closing and no contingencies. It has been a pleasure working with them and it will be interesting to see how they come to their decision.