Turnberry Associates Does it Again

By Alexandra Tarallo

Considered to be one of the most visionary real estate moves in South Florida, Turnberry Associates founder Don Soffer purchased 785 acres of mosquito infected swamp land in 1967 and turned it into one of South Florida’s most exclusive addresses. Just over thirty years later, Aventura has become a full-blown city that revolves around golf courses, lakes, and exclusive condos, hotels, and shopping centers.

With the opening of the Fairmont Turnberry Isle and Resort in 1970, Turnberry Associates set the standard of luxurious country club living for the future city of Aventura. The city’s Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort and Club are now in the final stages of completing a $100 million renovation to its already luxurious grounds and buildings.

The resort was one of the first developments of the city. It is set to re-open its doors December 15, just in time for South Florida’s busiest season. Already considered to be one of South Florida’s top luxury resorts and destinations, the resort will feature renovations such as new furnishings in guest rooms including new flooring, complete bathroom renovations, flat screen televisions, and patio furniture. The resort’s Ocean Club will also feature a “Members Only” Club Lounge set to cater to the social needs of its exclusive club members. The golf courses are being completely redesigned by Ray Floyd, a golf Hall of Fame award recipient and are expected to be some of the finest grounds in Florida.