Luxury NeighborhoodsLa Gorce
La Gorce is a tropical retreat in the North Beach section of the City of Miami Beach. Set amidst the glimmering waters of Biscayne Bay, this 58-acre community is located north of Mid Beach and south of Normandy Isles. Its prestigious setting is a short drive away from vibrant shopping, dining, and entertainment in Downtown Miami and South Beach. It is also within close proximity to Miami International Airport.
La Gorce is a tropical retreat in the North Beach section of the City of Miami Beach. Set amidst the glimmering waters of Biscayne Bay, this 58-acre community is located north of Mid Beach and south of Normandy Isles. Its prestigious setting is a short drive away from vibrant shopping, dining, and entertainment in Downtown Miami and South Beach. It is also within close proximity to Miami International Airport.
La Gorce real estate
The housing market is primarily made up of single-family homes with upscale finishes and manicured lawns. Many of these homes are waterfront estates with panoramic views of the water and the Miami Beach skyline. The community offers an excellent mix of historic homes that have been updated to include contemporary features and newer construction with Modern architecture.
The ultra-luxury enclave of La gorce Island is located within the community although it is smaller and has a distinct identity from the larger community. This private island is known for opulent waterfront homes with lush landscaping. Many of the homes on La Gorce Island have private docks for boating enthusiasts. It is also home to the esteemed La Gorce Country Club, which has an 18-hole championship course, swimming pool, fitness center, and tennis courts. The club also has private event rooms and a banquet hall for gatherings.
A history of La Gorce
La Gorce was conceptualized by developers Carl G. Fisher, John S. Collins, and brothers J.E. Lummus and John Newton Lummus, Sr., who transformed Miami Beach from mangrove forests into a summer destination.
Fisher named La Gorce and La Gorce Island after John Oliver La Gorce, the former editor and president of National Geographic who founded the Miami Beach Aquarium in the 1920s. The La Gorce Country Club was built in 1927 and only added to the area’s desirability with invitation-only membership and high-end amenities.