Julie K. Brown and Ben Wieder Miami Herald

NEW YORK She met Ghislaine Maxwell while eating ice cream with her friends at a summer arts camp in Michigan.

At 14, Jane had just suffered the loss of her father; her family had also lost their home. They moved into a small pool house in Palm Beach, Florida. They were struggling financially, and Janes mother was unavailable, lost in her own mental anguish.

That was when Maxwell introduced Jane that summer to Jeffrey Epstein, a wealthy financier who had built a chalet at the Interlochen Center for Arts, where he had studied music as a kid growing up in Brooklyn.

From that chance meeting two decades ago, Janes life would turn into a nightmare that would last for years, according to federal prosecutors.

Jane who is using a pseudonym to protect her privacy took the witness stand Tuesday in Manhattan federal court in Maxwells sex-trafficking trial, testifying that the British socialite both participated in and facilitated Janes sexual abuse, starting when Jane was 14.

Epstein promised to help Jane and her mother, she said. He paid for Janes voice lessons and later, sent her to a prestigious performing arts school in New York. He bought her clothes, she added, and told her he would use his connections in the entertainment world to help her become a singer and actress.

I can make things happen you just have to be ready for it, Epstein said one day, as he took her by the hand at his Palm Beach mansion, led her into a poolside cabana, then dropped his pants. He pulled her on top of him as he masturbated, she testified.

I was frozen in fear, she said, wiping tears from her eyes with a tissue. I had never seen a penis before I was terrified and felt gross and ashamed.

She testified she was afraid to tell her mother, who suffered from depression and was encouraging Jane to take advantage of Epstein and Maxwells generosity.

She was enamored with the idea that these wealthy, affluent people took an interest in me, she told the jury.

From then on, Maxwell and other Epstein assistants would help arrange Janes transportation to his Palm Beach home every 10 days or so, and later Jane made trips on Epsteins private plane to his other homes in New York and New Mexico.

I just felt my heart sinking into my stomach, she said, her voice cracking, when recalling how she was summoned into Epsteins bedroom for sex when she was 15 and staying in a guest room at his New Mexico ranch.

After that particular trip, Jane was scheduled to fly home to return to school on a Monday. But because she was 15 and had no drivers license or other identification she couldnt get on the plane, she said. She called Maxwell in a panic, and it was Maxwell who helped her get on a plane to fly home, Jane said.

The most painful testimony came when Jane described in excruciating detail how Epstein forced sex upon her, even when it was painful.

The abuse soon devolved into orgies, with Maxwell and other young women, on almost a regular basis, Jane testified. Epstein would have intercourse with her while Maxwell fondled her.

Jane said it happened so often that it became almost routine.

Where did you touch his body? prosecutor Alison Moe asked.

Ev..verywhere, Jane said, choking back tears.

Jane finally told a school guidance counselor about the abuse and later, her brothers and sister but she never told authorities. It continued until she was 18, she said.

Initially, I felt special. I didnt have anyone to look out for me, she said.

But the false sense of security she felt with Epstein and Maxwell gave way to low self-esteem and fear. At one point she contemplated harming herself.

But she escaped after landing a role in a television show and moved to Los Angeles. Epstein continued to call her, and she continued to travel with him from time to time until she was 22, when she fell in love and got engaged.

Jane stopped returning his calls, and Epstein became angry, calling her ungrateful and threatening to cut off her mother, who had been allowed to live in one of his New York apartments.

Moe kept turning Janes recollections back to Maxwell in an effort to emphasize her role in facilitating the sexual encounters.

The witness testified that Maxwell would often lead her to the massage room, and that both Maxwell and Epstein would direct her to do sexualized massages.

But Jane couldnt recall how many times Maxwell participated in the abuse or how often she helped set it up.

She was foggy on dates, and admitted that there were more times that Epstein abused her than Maxwell did.

Jane the first of four victims scheduled to testify in the case also related that she filed a civil lawsuit against Maxwell after Epsteins death and received a $5 million settlement in exchange for dropping the suit.

Maxwells lawyer, Laura Menninger, was far from sympathetic after hearing Janes story.

You waited 20 years before you reported it? Menninger scoffed.

Jane explained that she never went to authorities because she didnt want to relive the trauma she experienced and feared it would become public and harm her career. She didnt talk to the FBI until 2019, when prosecutors in the Southern District of New York began investigating Epstein, and arrested him on sex-trafficking charges in July of that year.

Epstein died a month later; his death in his New York jail cell was ruled a suicide by hanging.

The FBI continued to investigate the case, and Maxwell was indicted on sex charges in July 2020.

Menninger continues her cross-examination Wednesday. Three other victims are scheduled to testify against Maxwell during the trial, which is expected to last as long as six weeks.

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Come home to your spectacular abode in the lovely Easterling Estates! Bask in country ambiance just minutes from outstanding schools, retail and medical facilities. Nestled on 1.74 acres, this immaculately maintained home offers a picturesque setting with myriad exquisite features: Enter a light-filled, open concept great room and kitchen enhanced with granite countertops, eating bar, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, breakfast nook and large pantry. The split bedroom plan includes 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths and large media room w/half bath. The master suite offers a large open closet, beautiful spa with separate vanities, a makeup vanity, walk-in shower and jetted tub. The shared full bath between two guest bedrooms offers a jetted tub as well! The enormous covered back porch offers multiple outdoor areas for entertaining, featuring a wood burning fireplace, dining space, summer kitchen, refrigerator, smoker and more all located beside the elegantly landscaped firepit for sipping cider with your smores on crisp autumn evenings with family and friends THEN theres the ultimate man cave / garage / workshop! A 30' x 40' fully insulated metal building with room-a-plenty for cars, storage, work projects and so much more Youll especially love the comforts of electricity, heating, cooling, a concrete slab, loft for storage... Believe it when you see it! Easy to show Come on over!

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There are so many great places to live in Dallas that it helps to have an expert on your side. The Neighborhood Guide presented by Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty gives you insider access from the agents who live and work there, providing in-the-know info about your possible new community.

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Drive around Preston Hollow and youll see homes by renowned architects like Edward Durell Stone and Frank Lloyd Wright, as well as two of the most architecturally significant homes in Dallas: the Richard Meier-designed Rachofsky House on Preston Road and the Philip Johnson estate on Strait Lane.

"I've been working in Preston Hollow for my entire career," says real estate agentFaisal Halum. "I love representing the diverse architecture styles of homes in the Preston Hollow area. I'm drawn to modern architecture, but I love that every architecture style is found in this neighborhood there is something for everyone."

Halum, who is ranked the No. 1 residential resale agent in Texas by Real Trends, can easily put together a dream outing in Preston Hollow.

"NorthPark Center has a world-class art collection that always changes and surprises!" he says. "Combine this with Eataly and a movie, and you have the perfect date night. Plus, the convenience of having an Equinox gym at Hillcrest Road and Northwest Highway is the ultimate neighborhood perk."

Halum offered up a few more of his personal favorites about life in Preston Hollow. Here's his guide to the area:

Where to eat & drink"I love Il Bracco in Preston Center," he says. "You can grab a seat at the bar and enjoy a fresh pasta dish and a cocktail. I also love R&D Kitchen for a casual spot to pop in and meet a friend for a drink."

Where to play"Families love Preston Hollow Park," Halum says. "It's a beautiful spot in the middle of the neighborhood that's perfect for enjoying some fresh air and relaxing with your kids or pets."

Where to live"Preston Hollow offers architecture styles and estate sizes for everyone, which means I can help families find the perfect home to suit their needs," says Halum. "That may be a French-inspired estate that sits on acreage or a midcentury modern ranch-style home with an expansive backyard. Or there may be a modern lover who is looking for the perfect backdrop for their art collection. The beauty is that all of these homes coexist together on tree-lined streets in the middle of the bustling city, just minutes from major shopping and dining destinations."

10210 Strait Ln., a former listing of Halum's, is the rarest of them all. This Philip Johnson masterpiece has seen galas and gowns, a president and first lady, a rock concert, fashion shows down the double staircase, and a ballet performance on the lawn and has been celebrated in books, Vogue, and The New York Times.

Built in 1964 and exquisitely updated in 2008, the light-filled house boasts elegant living spaces, a unique dining room with an arched canopy, six bedrooms, seven full baths, and four half baths. The propertys nearly seven acres comprise a media house, modernist cabana, pool, and tennis court.

Halum's other significant sales include 5243 Park Ln., 10240 Gaywood Rd.,4686 Meadowood Rd.,6315 Northwood Rd., and4307 Beechwood Ln.

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Faisal Halum works and plays in Preston Hollow. For more information on buying and selling a home in the area, click here, email fhalum@briggsfreeman.com, or call 214-240-2575.

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INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Thompson Thrift Residential, a wholly-owned affiliate of Indianapolis-basedThompson Thriftand one of the nation's leading multifamily developers, announced today the new development of Slate at Fishers District, a 242-unit, luxury, single family build-for-rent community in the Indianapolis suburb of Fishers. Construction is expected to begin today, and Thompson Thrift plans to begin welcoming residents in the first quarter of 2023.

"We continue to see demand from renters that want the maintenance-free benefits and amenities of traditional apartments with the space and comforts of single-family homes," said Eric Wojak, vice president of development, luxury leased homes. "With its location in the highly rated Hamilton Southeastern School District and its proximity to excellent employment, and the retail and dining options at Fishers District, we expect leasing interest at the Slate development to be robust."

Sitting on approximately 25 acres in the southeast quadrant of I-69 and 116th Street, Slate at Fishers District will consist of one-, two- and three-bedroom villas, along with three- and four-bedroom townhomes, all in a modern farmhouse style. The residences will average 1,215 square feet and will feature premium amenities such as gourmet bar-kitchens with quartz countertops; stainless steel appliances; 10-foot ceilings with designer light fixtures; walk-in closets with custom wood shelving; full-size washers and dryers, smart home technology, and much more. Additionally, residents will enjoy a professionally decorated clubhouse, 24-hour fitness center, resort style swimming pool with cabanas and bark parks and doggie spas.

Brian Timberman, president of Thompson Thrift Construction, stated, "We look forward to commencing construction and working with our residential team to deliver another innovative and aesthetically pleasing community to the city of Fishers."

Residents of Slate at Fishers District will have easy access to the I-465 loop and downtown Indianapolis. Additionally, Slate at Fishers District is located just south of a Topgolf sports entertainment facility and adjacent to Fishers District, a mixed-use development with a heavy culinary focus and 110,000 square feet of retail space. As part of the project, a public linear park, including a paved trail, will be constructed, providing the entire community with direct pedestrian and bike access to Fishers District.

Indianapolis has seen continuous growth over the last decade with Hamilton County, where Fishers resides, being the fastest growing county in Indiana. In addition to being named one of the best places to live in the U.S. by Money magazine, Forbes recently named Indianapolis as the sixth best city for jobs in America, and Fast Company declared the city the seventh best for tech jobs.

Slate at Fishers District is just one of several Thompson Thrift Residential properties located throughout the state of Indiana and will be Thompson Thrift's fourth development in Fishers. Since 2008, Thompson Thrift has made a name for itself by being one of the few developers to build Class A residential communities in markets across the country with a variety of products including both conventional apartment and single family build-for-rent communities. The company recently earned the distinction of being named one of GlobeSt. Real Estate Forum's Influencers of Multifamily Real Estate for 2021.

About Thompson Thrift Real Estate Company

Thompson Thrift is an integrated full-service real estate company with offices in Indianapolis and Terre Haute, Ind., Houston, Texas, and Phoenix, Arizona. Three business units drive Thompson Thrift's successThompson Thrift Residential which is focused on upscale multifamily communities and luxury leased homes, Thompson Thrift Retail Group which is focused on ground-up commercial development, and Thompson Thrift Construction, a full-service construction company. Through these business units, Thompson Thrift is engaged in all aspects of acquisition, development, construction, leasing, and management of quality multifamily, mixed-use, retail and commercial projects across the country. We are passionate about our customer's success and strive to ensure our projects not only meet the needs of our customers but also the communities we serve. For more information, please visit http://www.thompsonthrift.com.

Contact: Jennifer Franklin Spotlight Marketing Communications 949.427.1385 [emailprotected]

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Auberge Resorts Collection, a portfolio of award-winning hotels, resorts and residences, today announces plans for a new coastal escape in South Carolina with The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection. Located along the Charleston coastline in the waterfront community of Kiawah River, the property offers 2,000 acres of picturesque land with 20 miles of riverfront, scenic nature trails and abundant marshlands set amongst native flora and fauna. With the groundbreaking planned for January 2022, The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection, will be a charming, family-friendly getaway that invites guests to take in the simple pleasures of an authentic sea island lifestyle upon its opening in 2024.

With a commitment to quality and sustainability, The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection was thoughtfully designed to be consciously harmonious with the ecosystem that Kiawah River calls home. Renowned architect Robert Glazier was chosen to design the resort. His repertoire of hotels, resorts and spas carefully respect both the local architectural character and natural site features. Acclaimed designer Amanda Lindroth of Lindroth Design has been selected to lead the interior design of the property. Lindroth will inject a whimsical, layered aesthetic through classic, island-inspired interiors, sunny batik prints and soothing undertones to create accommodations reminiscent of the most elemental sea island homes of another era. The Dunlin's serenely hospitable resort and community embody the vision of Kiawah River's development partners, The Beach Company and McNair Interests, to curate a one-of-a-kind experience at one of South Carolina's most cherished destinations.

Currently planned with 72 cottage-style guest rooms and suites and 19 villas, the scenic grounds will feature a main lodge with a spacious wraparound porch, great rooms designed for unwinding and a library lounge. Resort amenities will include a pool with inviting cabanas, a full-service spa, a community farmstead providing dining destinations with local bounty, nature excursions, access to the community's Spring House and a riverfront swim and fitness facility.

Guests and locals will delight in inventive new culinary experiences at The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection. The signature riverfront restaurant will include an expansive outdoor deck overlooking Kiawah River's waters and natural vegetation. The resort will offer two event spaces for gatherings, meetings, and celebrations, including a 10,000-square-foot indoor-outdoor event hall for life's precious moments.

Its namesake honoring the beautiful local shorebird, The Dunlin's surroundings at Kiawah River showcase the region's abundance of natural offerings. A preserved estuary, the destination is vibrant with sea island life such as roseate spoonbills, great blue herons, redfish and oyster beds among moss-covered oaks and pines, creeks, ponds, and wide spans of marsh grasses along the water. One-of-a-kind experiences and activities for all ages include fly fishing, crabbing, and boating excursions, revealing the sea island's paradise that attracts paddle boarding on Kiawah River and hiking or biking on 20 miles of nature trails.

Kiawah River offers the rare opportunity to live in a vibrant, new waterfront community near historic Charleston. As the region's only agrihood, Kiawah River features multiple working farms, including a goatery, heirloom beef cattle and a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program that delivers fresh local food to residents and resort restaurants. Life at Kiawah River offers the simple pleasures of quiet country life while still being a short drive to the famed restaurants and attractions of downtown Charleston, voted #1 city in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure. Offering residences featuring classic sea island architecture, Kiawah River's master plan and amenities are designed by a world-renowned team specializing in sustainable designs. For more information, please visit http://www.kiawahriver.com.

The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection's construction financing is provided by United Bank's Charleston, S.C. offices. "As United Bank is new to the market, we are excited to play a part in the development and construction of The Dunlin at Kiawah River and we look forward to its grand opening," said Clay K. Hughes, SVP commercial lending. The resort is expected to open in 2024. For more information, please visit aubergeresorts.com/the-dunlin.

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The listing describes 25 Country Lane as a "trophy home"and it is no participation award-type trophy home this place is the Olympic gold medal of trophy homes.

The family room.

Listed for $21,000,000, this mansion is everything you could dream of and more ... but then again it should be for that price.

The living room.

The design and build was completed by the builder Roy Masoumi, from Doran Design Build.

The dining room with a wine display.

The result is a stunning 12,422-square-foot timeless mansion that offers state-of-the-art wellness and entertainment amenities.

The home theatre with starry lights and a full sound system.

The newly built 2020 home boasts luxury things like a salt swimming pool with water features and a hot tub, heated driveway and garages,a multi-use sports court, a Rosehill wine cellar, a California-style four seasons kitchenand oh so much more.

A sitting room overlooking the garden.

The main floor of the home is open concept with soaring ceilings, tons of natural light and grand principal rooms perfect for living and entertaining.

The front entrance.

In fact, the main hallway is so large it looks like a hotel lobby.

The kitchen has two dishwashers, two warming drawers, four ovens and walks-out to the back garden.

The main kitchen is classic and comes with all the Miele appliances as well as a servery room and a three-door refrigerator because this kitchen means business.

The four seasons kitchen.

But as mentioned there's also an additional kitchen that works as an indoor/outdoor kitchen with a BBQ, pizza oven and a snow melt system.

The primary bedroom ensuite bathroom.

The mansion has five bedrooms and 10 bathrooms so you could use a different bathroom every day of the week and still have some left over if you felt so inclined.

The wet bar has dishwasher drawers and a bar fridge.

In the basement there's a media room, a mirrored gym with a steam room and rec room with a wet bar.

An outdoor seating area with a fireplace.

In addition to all the luxury inside the home, there's plenty to get excited about outside.

The backyard has been professionally landscaped and designed.

The pool looks like it belongs ata resort in the Maldives.

The tennis court could also be used as a basketball court and more.

The tennis court is pristine and the cedar wood cabana looks nicer than some actual homes.

A view of the back of the house.

And if all that wasn't enough Country Lane is one of the few non-traffic streets in the Bridle Path neighbourhood so it's extra quiet and private.

An aerial shot of the backyard.

But for most of us this home is just something to look at because it's really the 0.1% who can afford a home like this.

The gym walks out to the backyard.

That being said it's still cheaper than Drake's house and, in my opinion, much nicer.

"Luxury isn't about price point. It's about an experience," listing agent Jane Zhang told blogTO.

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New to Colorados ski towns this winter: Revamped hotel rooms, on-mountain dining upgrades and restaurants that will transport you right to the Alps from your table in the Rockies.

From Steamboat to Telluride, and all along the I-70 corridor, were tracking dozens of new dining, drinking and overnight stops. Many of these destinations have been waiting to open their doors since the start of the pandemic. Here are nearly 40 hotels, restaurants, bars and lounges that have opened since last ski season.

Provided by Limelight Hotel

Limelight Aspen reopened at the end of November after undergoing an eight-month renovation that spruced up the lounge, lobby and bar areas, as well as all of the 126 guest rooms. Members can check out the re-opened Aspen Mountain Clubthis season. Its pandemic redesign was a first for the 21-year-old members club. New York-based Felix Roasting Co. designed a postcard-worthy cafe that opened in September at the Hotel Jerome.

Chicafrom celebrity chef Lorena Garcia debuts in December at the Residences at the Little Nell. Catch Steak, another NYC transplant, this season unveils its sprawling rooftop at the corner of Galena Street and Hopkins Avenue. Casa DAngelo, an Italian restaurant from chef-owner Angelo Elia, came to Mill Street in July. Dante, also from New York, returns this season serving cocktails and coastal Italian food from the Chefs Club at the St. Regis. And the iconic Woody Creek Tavern reopened over the summer under new, local owners. Look for a revamped food menu in the same funky setting.

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The newest restaurant in Beaver Creek Village opened alongside the ice rink at the end of November. Citrea features upscale dining with a village-center patio and an intimate bar inside. Menu items range from fresh-baked pita bread and muhammara to prawn tagine and whole-roasted striped bass.

The Breckenridge Distillerys new Founders Lab takes drinkers behind the scenes, teaching them the tricks of a master whiskey blender for a few hours. The experience ends by hand-bottling and custom-labeling your own whiskey. Tin Plate pizza and Dynamite Cookies nearby pair local brews with sourdough pizza and homemade desserts. The two sister businesses are located in a historic building where Toms Baby, Colorados largest gold nugget, was once stashed. And at the reopened Gravity Haus Breck hotel, guests, members and visitors can dine in winterized snow cabanas throughout ski season.

Montanya Distillers debuts its Elk Avenue cocktail bar and tasting room later this month. The new space is part of a larger transition for the award-winning Colorado rum brand, which is expanding distilling operations and will re-start distillery tours for visitors in early 2022. The Elk Avenue space will be led by general manager and head chef Nontobeko Mbokwana-Tilton.

Element 29 hotel opened in the spring with 127 guest rooms in Copper Mountains Center Village. Expect panoramic views of Copper Mountain and the Sky Chutes, a hotel bar and an outdoor patio with fire pits and two hot tubs.

Summit Countys first food hall, Bluebird Market, should open the week of Dec. 13. Its 10 food stalls serve burgers, salads, pizza, tacos, fried chicken, crepes, baked goods, ice cream, coffee and more. The Pad is a hotel/hostel option, new this ski season in the Silverthorne downtown corridor. Its constructed from 18 shipping containers and features 36 rooms ranging from private higher-end suites to dorm-style bunks. See also: an onsite restaurant, Graze and Torreys, a rooftop bar and event space, co-working, riverside patios and a hot tub.

Mountain Home Photo, Provided by Viewline Resort

The Westin closed in April for a multimillion-dollar renovation and reopens this month as Viewline Resort, featuring an ayurvedic Lupine Spa and a new restaurant, Starks Alpine Grill, serving American fare. Its more casual sister hotel, Wildwood, also reopens this season, with 60s-era furnishings and a new restaurant, Last Chair.

Ski town favorite Aurum will unveil its third location in Snowmass Base Village on Dec. 17. Find menu items like Parker House rolls, crispy curried cauliflower, housemade pasta and warm chocolate chip cookies for dessert. Kenichi, an Aspen standby, comes to Snowmass on Dec. 11, serving sushi and Pan-Asian cuisine. On the mountain, Alpin Room serves food inspired by the French, Swiss, and Austrian Alps warm popovers, tartiflette, choucroute garnie, and Black Forest tart are some of the options.

LTB Meatbar is the latest restaurant opening from local celebrity Laura the Butcher. It serves imported Spanish jamn, specialty cheeses and more charcuterie on Lincoln Avenue. Storm Peak Brewing Co. has an expanded rooftop patio coming this season, as well as a new tasting room right by the ski resort. Steamboat Lake Outpost (formerly Hahns Peak Roadhouse) reopens under new ownership on Dec. 11 with lodging, guided outdoor adventures and a full-service restaurant and bar. And by the end of 2021, Mad Creek BBQ & Saloon will open in the former Tap House location, serving smoked brisket, whole and half chickens, ribs and side dishes.

The Madeline Hotel & Residencesthis season has some swanky new common areas check out its lobby, library and the lodge-lux Timber Room serving apps like Devilish Eggs with shaved black truffle, and baked potatoes topped with crme frache and Russian osetra caviar.

Provided by The Hythe

The Hythes $40 million renovation in Lionshead Village just debuted, complete with a heated pool and hut tub, plus a Well & Being Spa complete with a salt therapy lounge. The hotels new restaurant, Margie Haas, serves up contemporary alpine-American food (look for tableside raclette with all the fixings), while a collaboration bar with 10th Mountain Whiskey & Spirit Company prepares warming local drinks in the lobby.

Provided by Gravity Haus

On the heels of Breckenridge and Vail hotel openings from the same company comes Gravity Haus Winter Park. The 38-room hotel and members club replaced the Sundowner before it and added its adventure-seekers touch, plus a new cafe, fitness area and snow cabanas. A-Frame Club, a brand new resort with midcentury-inspired structures, will open by February. And on-mountain dining option Ember at Snoasis servesa wood-fired menu overlooking Winter Park, while Bradleys at the Base will bring tasty, scratch-made chicken dishes later in the season.

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Southern Californias real estate market has been historically hot this year. Whether its a 700-square-foot bungalow or 10,000-square-foot mansion, a shortage of housing stock has caused bidding wars in every corner of the market.

The first six months of 2021 saw the ultra-rich buying and selling luxury homes at a brisk pace across the region with celebrities, media moguls and business magnates all getting in on the action. Nine estates closed for north of $30 million, which is one more compared with the same stretch last year. Here are the top sales this year.

1. Barron Hiltons Bel-Air estate $61.5 million

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The two-story home. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The living room. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The family room. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The parquet floors. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The sweeping staircase. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The formal dining room. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The fireplace. (Hilton & Hyland)

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A bedroom. (Hilton & Hyland)

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A bathroom. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The dining patio. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The deck. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The covered patio. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The manicured lawn. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The Zodiac pool. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The pool house. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The sunken tennis court. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The fountain. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The motor court. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The entry. (Hilton & Hyland)

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Aerial view of the estate. (Hilton & Hyland)

While brand new spec mansions flood the market with promises of glitz, glamour and gadgets, Barron Hiltons Bel-Air estate showed that homes with history are still prized in the modern market. The hotel mogul lived in the storied mansion for more than half a century until his death in 2019, and in May, it traded hands for $61.5 million.

The Georgian-style showplace was built in 1936 by architect-to-the-stars Paul R. Williams, whose other clients included Frank Sinatra and Lucille Ball. He designed this one for Jay Paley, a businessman and film producer from the famed Paley family, which founded CBS.

It spans 15,000 square feet with 13 bedrooms, 17 bathrooms and grand public spaces complete with antique chandeliers, paneled walls and ornate fireplaces. The biggest highlight comes out back, where a famous Moderne-inspired pool depicts the 12 signs of the Zodiac with blue, gold and yellow tiles.

2. Eli Broads Malibu beach house $51.65 million

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The Richard Meier-designed house evokes the architects other works with its white aluminum panels and expanses of glass. (Simon Berlyn)

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The property comprises two parcels with more than 100 feet of beach frontage. (Simon Berlyn)

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The rear of the house. (Simon Berlyn)

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Walls of windows bring in ocean views. (Simon Berlyn)

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Ocean-facing decking extends the living space outdoors. (Simon Berlyn)

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The master bedroom opens to a balcony. (Simon Berlyn)

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Pocketing doors open to a side patio. (Simon Berlyn)

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A guest house sits across from the main residence. (Simon Berlyn)

If Hiltons house represents the L.A. of old, a relic of Hollywoods illustrious past, Eli Broads futuristic beach house showcases how architecture has evolved in the 21st century.

Erected in 2002 by Richard Meier, the sleek, curvaceous abode resembles a spaceship as much as a place to live. Its wrapped in white aluminum panels and frosted glass, a design palette that recalls one of Meiers other iconic works the Getty Center a few miles away in Brentwood.

Broad commissioned the home in the late 1990s and owned it until his death earlier this year. Hed been trying to get it off his hands for the last two years, originally listing it for $75 million before it finally sold for $51.65 million two months after he died.

3. Villa Firenze $51 million

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The Italian-inspired mansion. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The entry. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The living spaces. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The living room. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The dining room. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The backyard. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The pool. (Hilton & Hyland)

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The motor court. (Hilton & Hyland)

Beverly Park saw perhaps the years most bittersweet sale so far. When this Italian-inspired mansion called Villa Firenze sold at auction for $51 million, it became the priciest home to ever be auctioned off. But the final sum was more than $100 million shy of the original price tag of $165 million.

It was sold by Hungarian billionaire Steven Udvar-Hazy, the executive chairman of Air Lease Corp. who made his fortune in the airplane leasing industry. He bought the three-parcel property in 1993, and architect William Hablinski finished the mega-mansion five years later.

Spanning 10 acres, the gated estate offers a world of its own. Theres a lush courtyard under 40-foot palm trees, resort-style pool, tennis court, pool house and guesthouse. At the center of it all sits a 28,000-square-foot home filled with floors of marble, brick and stone.

4. Shane Smiths Pacific Palisades retreat $48.67 million

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The Mediterranean-style home. (Cris Nolasco)

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The family room. (Cris Nolasco)

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The kitchen. (Jacob Burghart)

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The living room. (Jacob Burghart)

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The foyer. (Jacob Burghart)

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Southern California's mansion market starts 2021 off big - Los Angeles Times

Homes with pools have long been considered a premium during the hot Texas summers. But a global pandemic made them even more important, according to real estate experts nationwide.

In the age of coronavirus, many buyers are seeking a pool. They like the idea that their home is a one-stop shop for all their summer entertainment activities since they are concerned about leaving the house, one expert recently told bankrate.com.

For many DFW buyers, a pool is a must-have since it creates instant (and easy) summertime activities for kids and provides refuge for all from the heat. Whether you want to indulge in morning swims or host weekend barbecues, a pool can become the centerpiece of your summer.

Allie Beth Allman & Associates has listings with pools to offer so you can start summer with a splash.

In the Vaquero community, Dona Robinson is offering a home that is more of a masterpiece. The pool sits in the Napa-inspired homes romantic courtyard beside an expansive covered loggia. With the kitchen and 1,500-bottle wine room steps away inside, the layout at 1122 Post Oak Place has been ideally designed for indoor/outdoor living and entertaining.

For those seeking a stylish home in University Park, Susan Baldwin has the right home. Sitting at 3524 Centenary Drive, the five-bedroom abode impresses inside with beautiful architectural details like arched doorways, wood-beamed ceilings and grand fireplaces. Its timeless elegance continues as you flow out to the grill area, screened porch and landscaped patio, landing you at the pool and spa.

Lush grounds surround the breathtaking pool, spa, cabana and outdoor living areas at 5210 Deloache Ave. to create an ideal outdoor oasis in Preston Hollow. You can relax in the shade under a canopy of mature trees or find your place to bask in the sun along the expansive pool deck. This seven-bedroom, eight-bath estate offered by Cindy Stager includes dramatic entertaining areas and an 1,866-square-foot detached guest house. If you need more of a break from the heat, head inside to the media, craft or game rooms.

Between cool games of basketball in the pool, you can line up at the cabana bar at 4206 Middleton Road in Preston Hollow for a summery libation. This homes living spaces overlook the backyard oasis, which also includes a grill and dining area. Even cooler is the garage attached to the five-bedroom residence, which is Tesla-ready. The home is represented by Bev Berry.

The luxury real estate boutique of Allie Beth Allman & Associates leads DFW in the sale of homes $3 million to $6 million and in premier neighborhoods, according to Multiple Listing Service. Connect with an expert agent at alliebeth.com.

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Add entertainment options and value with a pool - The Dallas Morning News

Each week, I take a look at some of the live music and performers in Rockaway, Breezy Point, and Broad Channel. So, if you are a musician or member of a band and want to share with our readers where youre playing or what youre up to, contact mhealey@rockawave.com. If youre a local artist and are dropping new music or have something cool to promote, Id love to write about that stuff, too. Also, if you own a local joint that features live music, a DJ like my man Paddy Tubz, or even an accordion player, let me know. Just make sure you get it to me before Wednesday noon.

Friday, July 2

The Brooklyn Bards are at RBQ starting at 9pm

JJs Funky Groove will be at Thai Rock at 8pm

Dawn Drake & Zapote will be at Beach 97th Street concessions, starting at 6pm. http://www.dawndrake.com

Saturday, July 3

Rho & the Nomads will be at Beach 97th Street concessions, starting at 6 pm

The Hambones will be at Thai Rock at 8pm.

The Mighty Quinn are at RBQ, show begins at 9pm

Sunday, July 4

Squid Trio will be at Bungalow Bar from 1pm-5pm

Shea Stadium presents will be at Beach 97th Street concessions, starting at 6pm

Blac Rabbit will be at RBQ, show starts at 9pm.

EVERY WEEK

Tuesdays

Starting on June 29, Squid hosts Open Mic Night at the Belle Harbor Yacht Club, starting at 7 pm.

Wednesdays

Michael Brunnock playing at RBQ on Wednesday nights for the next four weeks.

Thursdays

Kyle Wade is hosting Open Mic nights at Maras Ice Cream Parlor every Thursday from 6pm-10pm

DJ Shane is spinning stacks of wax at RBQ every Thursday night, starting at 8:00pm.

Fridays

The Rockaway Hotel will be kicking off the weekends with Poolside Fridays where visitors can reserve a lounger or cabana and listen to DJs and live music while sipping on a frozen drink from The Pool House every Friday afternoon. Over on The Rooftop, locals, and visitors alike can watch the sunset while enjoying resident DJs spinning from 7 p.m. until late evening.

Saturdays

Entertainment at The Rockaway Hotel will range from duos to 5 piece groups performing classic covers by the pool from 1 p.m. 4 p.m.

Sundays

Brunch at The Rockaway Hotel is made better with live jazz music from 1-4 p.m. performed by Amos Rose Trio, Greg Ruby, Adrien Chevalier, Svetlana Jazz, and more before transitioning into Sunday Reggae evenings starting at 5 p.m.

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