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DWELLING IN MIAMI BEACHWITH JOHN CHARLES

A MIAMI REAL ESTATEADVISOR A DEDICATED PROFESSIONAL A ONE SOTHEBY'S REALTY ASSOCIATE

ONE THING THAT MAKES YOU LOVE MIAMIBEACH

The architecture is incredible: From the Mediterranean revival, Art Deco and Art Moderne of the early years, to the Miami Modern gems of the middle years, to the innovative designs of today.

AN EVENT OR PLACE MOST PEOPLE DON'T KNOW ABOUT

The area around Normandy Fountain has not only a sampling of different cuisines, but a lovely, restored park and fountain as a centerpiece. North Beach is a fun place for discovery.

AGREAT OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE

The baywalk, the beachwalk and the boardwalk all connect the casual stroller to the ocean or the bay in different areas. Sometimes you see volleyballers, at other times passing yachts.

YOUR VERY OWN HAPPY PLACE

South Pointe Park is a special place. Its fun to gather at Smith & Wollensky when the cruise ships depart and join in the revelry of the passengers. Its a wonderful Miami moment.

AN EVENT NOT TOBE MISSED

Art Basel is incredible, but a lesser-known event is Dachshundfest! Every January, Lummus Park is taken over by about 500 dachshunds and their human companions. I bring my two boys.

BEST MENU ITEMS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD

I get the fried oysters at Joes. Start with a chopped salad and make your way to the main event: the stone crab claws with creamed spinach and hash browns. Order key lime pie for dessert. Its tradition!

YOUR FAVORITE BOUTIQUE/STORE

Taschen is a unique bookstore on Lincoln Road. You wont find bestsellers here. Hours can be spent perusing the gorgeous volumes, which are works of art in themselves.

WHAT MAKES THIS NEIGHBORHOOD SPECIAL

Its stimulating! People hail from all over the world to create this wonderful new place. The incredible light, the water views and the exotic vegetation all add to the excitement that is Miami Beach.

THE SOURCE OF YOUR PASSION FOR REAL ESTATE

After a career as a COO in a Fortune 500 company and a second career as a principal in a successful architecture firm, I followed my heart to my love: residential real estate, where all my interests and talents come into play. I have lived in Miami Beach for 18 years and know every neighborhood. I love the process of connecting the right person with the right property.

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