Luxury Real Estate

SEATTLE, WA - (May 2009) - The 7^th Annual Luxury Real Estate Spring Retreat was recently held Sunday, April 26^th to Wednesday, April 29^th, at the Four Seasons Hotel in Las Vegas. Keynote Speakers were Mary Whipple, 2008 Olympic Gold Medalist, and Peter Tongue, Metaphysics and Management Consulting Expert.

The Conference was hosted by John Brian Losh, Chairman and CEO of Luxury Real Estate, (LuxuryRealEstate.com and Who’s Who of Luxury Real Estate), a membership-driven luxury brokerage assemblage based in Seattle, Washington. The network includes the most prominent global luxury brokers and meets three times each year, nationally and internationally, to discuss current real estate trends.

The recent conference in Las Vegas covered multiple topics of great interest to those who serve the high net-worth demographic. An ongoing theme, covered at each of the conferences, is the state of the luxury market around the world. In addition, discussions focused on coping with Short Sales and Foreclosures, expanding real estate business through social networking, and being creative and fearless in a down market.

The highlight of the event was a Black Tie Dinner and Awards Presentation, honoring the career of Shari Chase with the Lifetime Achievement Award. This prestigious award is given twice annually to the Luxury Real Estate member who has set an example for the real estate industry and displayed excellence throughout their career. “Known for high-profile properties and clientele, her firm continues as one of the industry’s pacesetters,” states John Brian Losh. “What others talk about – Chase does.”

About LuxuryRealEstate.com

LuxuryRealEstate.com is the most-viewed luxury real estate specific website in the world. The Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate network includes 1,500 of the world’s finest real estate companies with properties in 98 countries. Participation is strictly invitation-only by CEO/Publisher John Brian Losh. In Ultimate Homes’ 2008 issue, the network represented more than twice the number of top 1,000 most-expensive properties in the country than any other network. The Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate network is governed by the Board of Regents.

By Thierry Journiac of TerraCognita

Cerise: A Magical Provencal Retreat in the Luberon

Tucked away in the centre of the Luberon Nature Park, within easy reach of the Marseille Provence Airport, the Avignon Railway and Roadway Stations, with stunning views over a picturesque country side and the famous hillside village of Bonnieux, Cerise is beautiful and truly exceptional Provencal retreat. The breathtaking views, the meticulously tended gardens and the romantic stone buildings dating back to 1422, but with the comforts and amenities of the 21st century, provide a luxury experience of tranquillity, simplicity and elegance second to none.

The old stone house has 4 bedrooms. The 2 rooms on the garden floor in shades of blue and pink both have en-suite bathrooms. The master bedroom on the 1st floor has an en-suite bathroom, a private terrace and a study connected to it. On the 2nd floor is the spacious 8-bed room pefect for kids with ample bathroom facilities. The mas is located 200 meters from the old stone house and offers a large living room with antics and fireplace, a dining room, a kitchen and, upstairs, 3 large bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms.

Several stone terraces, leading off the courtyards, are ideal for alfresco dining in the shade of huge trees and surrounded by the fragrances of jasmine, lavender and roses. A terrace leads out to the tennis court, the inviting swimming pool and the beautiful Tuscan garden which can be illuminated at night to create a magical atmosphere.

Sleeping capacity: 22 people (12 adults, 10 children)

Price: From 7,500 euros per week