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6
June
2011

World’s Largest Private Yacht finds port on North End Waterfront

Filed under: Boston Waterfront Amenities, Boston Waterfront Luxury Buildings, CL Waterfront Properties NEWS, Commercial Wharf East, North End Boston, North End Events, North End Waterfront Condos, Waterfront Boston. • Tags: , . By

 

The fair winds and high seas have carried a boat, a very big boat, to our docks this week at Yacht Haven, Commercial Wharf.  In fact, it is the largest private yacht on Earth, called Eos, that found port here on the North End Waterfront.  Named after the Greek titan goddess of the dawn, this three masted rigged schooner at 305 feet long with 200-foot masts is a magnificent sight to behold.

The vessel was once owned by now CEO of IAC/Interactive and creator of Fox and USA Broadcasting, Barry Diller, but today’s owner is unknown.  It hit the  seas in 2006, has a crew 21-man crew and valued at more than $150 million.

The ship has visited a number of ports along the North Atlantic coast this summer at such locations as Nantucket, Provincetown, and Martha’s Vineyard, to name a few.  For more pictures and info about the Eos, visit MarineTraffic.com.

world's largest private yacht ports on Boston's luxury waterfront

World's largest private yacht ports on Boston's luxury waterfront. Photo taken from Christopher Columbus Park by Matt Conti, NorthEndWaterfront.com

 

2
June
2011

CL Waterfront finds Boston Gliders New Home

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Post by Travis Sach

After months of negotiations and planning, Boston Gliders have taken occupancy into the uninhabited gas station at 420 Commercial Street.  CL Waterfront Properties LLC brokered the transaction. What an unbelievable location for the company and an astounding tenant for the owner and community, bringing fun and entertaining segway tours along the Boston Waterfront, North End and all across Boston’s most notable sites. Boston Gliders is open 7 days a week in rain, sleet, or snow. Tourists never stop and neither does the company. Now in its 3rd location, the segways are taking over the city. Soon enough, we all are going to be using them to go to work or to the local store.  Please visit their website for more information: www.Bostongliders.com.

19
May
2011

Study Says Hazmat Trucks Too Dangerous for Waterfront

Filed under: Boston Waterfront Luxury Buildings, CL Waterfront Properties NEWS, North End Boston, Things to Do in Boston, Waterfront Boston. • Tags: , . By

TONIGHT: A community meeting on this Hazmat routing study has been scheduled for tonight, Thursday, May 19th at 7pm at the Nazzaro Center. The address for the meeting is 30 N. Bennet Street, and all are encouraged to attend.

The public safety study on the hazardous material, Hazmat, trucks has finally achieved recognition at Boston’s City Hall. According to Boston city officials, the hazardous materials study supports the banning of these trucks from going through any Waterfront and North End streets in Boston. The analysis also further recommends that these trucks be routed completely outside the city.

hazmat ban study revealed for north end and waterfront

Gasoline Tanker Truck in the Waterfront / North End area

This study was contacted by Boston in Spring 2010 after the FMCSA forced the city to stop the daytime ban of trucking routes, which was done in response to trucking companies petitioning that Boston failed to properly analyze truck routes after the Big Dig. Before the Big Dig, hazmat trucks traveled on I-93, and were not allowed to travel inside tunnels or surface streets.

This ban elimination occurred in May 2010, which caused an uproar in the Waterfront and North End neighborhoods, where countless residents have submitted letters and signatures in order to pressure State officials to resolve the situation.

The study has not currently been made public, but it implores the Federal and State authorities to stop these hazmat trucks from traveling through Boston unless they have business with the city, such as gas station deliveries. This restriction would cut down the significant traffic that these trucks represent in the city, which is hundreds of trucks per day.

For our neighbors and clients in the Waterfront and North End, this could potentially eliminate hazmat trucks entirely from Cross Street, Atlantic Avenue, Commercial Street, and N. Washington Street from the Greenway to the Charlestown Bridge.

The results of the study will be revealed and discussed at the community meeting tonight, and city officials are anticipating a positive neighborhood reaction from residents who have long-protested the trucks. So be sure to attend at 7pm tonight!

Source Article: Study Says Hazmat Trucks are Too Dangerous for North End / Waterfront

13
May
2011

Taste of the North End

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Some of CL Waterfront’s North End residents got a “taste” of the neighborhood at the 17th annual event “Taste of the North End” last Friday, May 6.  The event was attended by over 700 people and featured foods from 37 different restaurants throughout the North End. Some of tTaste of the North Endhe restaurants including in the tasting were Ducali, Tresca, Lucca, Filippo, among many others.

For the first time in about ten years the event was brought back to the neighborhood for which it represents. In the past the “Taste of the North End” has been held at Saint John School, the Coast Guard base, and the New England Aquarium. This year local residents were pleased to see that the venue was much more open and had returned to its roots. The “Taste” annually raises funds for neighborhood charities, including the North End Waterfront Health Center. Throughout the past 17 years the event has raised over $1 million for these local charities – this year the event raised over $100,000.

The enthusiasm for this event and the North End neighborhood are obvious through the ongoing participation of local restaurants and the attendees who return every year. Included in these habitual “tasters” is State Representative, Aaron Michlewitz, who noted how important the event is for the community when he said, “It shows the uniqueness of our neighborhood and how many great restaurants we have and how many great things we have going on in the neighborhood.” This event truly is a tribute to the local businesses in the North End and a testimonial to its extraordinary community atmosphere.

4
April
2011

Taste of the North End Coming May 6th!

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Posted By:  Dave Costello

Another reason you may want to consider buying a home in Boston’s North End – The Taste of the North End celebration!

It’s not too late to buy your tickets for the 17th annual Taste of the North End celebration, featuring over 25 local Boston restaurants serving up food and beverages with a North End Flair!

This year, the event will be held at the DCR’s Steriti Memorial Rink, at 561 Commercial Street, offering participants great views of Old Ironsides and the Leonard Zakim Bridge as they get to try some of the best North End food available!

Taste of the North End logo

KISS-108 and NECN’s TV Diner host, Billy Costa, will emcee the evening.  The James Montgomery Blues Band will be performing, and there may even be an appearance by Bruins star Andrew Ference (playoff schedule permitting) to present the “Teammates Award” to Dick Flavin and John Romano.

Tickets NOW ON SALE- ONLY $79 per person until April 22!

Ticket prices will increase to $99 per person after April 22nd and at the door the night of the event.

Please call 617.643.8106 or visit www.TasteOfTheNorthEnd.org for more details and to purchase tickets.

The evening benefits The North End Community Health Center, as well as the schools and recreation centers of the North End, providing services to children and neighborhood senior programs.

EVENT DETAILS:

Friday, May 6, 2011
6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

DCR Steriti Memorial Ice Rink
561 Commercial Street in Boston’s North End

EVENT HISTORY:

The Taste of the North End was founded by North End restaurant owners, Donato and Nancy Frattaroli, in 1993 as a benefit for Casa Monte Cassino, a place to stay for impoverished families from around the world while their children receive serious medical attention in Boston.

Over the next few weeks, as the Frattarolis developed the idea for the Taste of the North End to raise funds to help Casa Monte Cassino provide its invaluable services.  Since then, the Taste of the North End has raised over $450,000 for Casa Monte Cassino and other local North End charities!

29
March
2011

Housing & Population Increasing in the North End

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North End/Waterfront Population Grows 11.3% & Housing Increases to Nearly 9,000 Units

North End Boston, Boston Waterfront Census

Census Results are IN!

Posted by:  Dave Costello

The population of the North End / Waterfront area grew by 11.3% in the decade to over 13,000 residents.

The increase of 1,366 residents in the neighborhood was reported this week by the 2010 U.S. Census.

Housing also increased by 9.6% to 8,755 units with double digit increases seen on the Waterfront!

The neighborhood’s population growth was much higher than the 4.8% reported for the City of Boston and the 3.1% for the State of Massachusetts.

What’s this mean for you?

If you already own a home in the North End/ Waterfront, you should be happy to know that the intrinsic value of your home is only going to grow stronger with time!  This is one of the most desirable areas of the city to live in!

If you’re thinking about buying a new home in the North End/ Waterfront, you should do so now!  A location like Boston’s North End will always be very desirable and easy to sell when you want to move in the future!  If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home in the North End/ Waterfront area, contact CL Waterfront Properties today!

10
March
2011

Extra! Extra! CL Waterfront Property Featured in New York Times

Filed under: Boston Luxury Condos, Boston Luxury Real Estate Market, Boston Waterfront Amenities, Boston Waterfront Condos, Boston Waterfront Events, Boston Waterfront Luxury Buildings, Boston Waterfront Real Estate Market, CL Waterfront Properties NEWS, Featured For Sale, Luxury Real Estate, North End Amenities, North End Boston, North End Luxury Condos, North End Real Estate Market, North End Waterfront Condos, Waterfront Boston. • Tags: , . By

By: Carmela Laurella

Sun brightens a peaceful living room atmosphere.

That’s right! One of our very own luxury condos was featured in the New York Times article, “What You Get for… $900,000” found in the Great Homes and Destination section.  The article showcased one of our amazing homes on the Waterfront with a lovely write up about the neighborhood, it’s history and description of the property with beautiful photographs in a slideshow that captured it’s charm.   It is a gorgeous 2 bedroom, 2 bath, penthouse with soaring high ceilings, exposed brick walls and wooden beams. It features a massive wood-burning fireplace, hardwood floors, wine storage, an eat-in kitchen with skylights, and a deck that leads out from the living room.  Definitely a living space worthy of publicity.

If you like what you see or want to know more about our properties at CL Waterfront, don’t hesitate to contact us today!  You can see more photos and read the full property listing for the luxury penthouse feautred in the  New York Times here.

Wine storage near the entrance way and foyer.

A beautiful view of downtown Boston from the balcony.

14
February
2011

Boston’s Waterfront Hotels and Wharfs

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Posted by: Joe Taglieri | Residential Sales

If you want a place to visit and or a place to live, then the fabulous Boston Waterfront has many waterfront condo options to choose from.

There are Hotels and Wharfs ideally situated overlooking the historic Boston Harbor that offer guests everything from world class luxury accommodations, to fabulous on-site dining and wonderful in-room and hotel amenities.

Whether you’re in town for a weekend getaway, a family vacation, or a business meeting, there’s no better place to stay for true luxury and comfort.  There is only a hand full of Boston Waterfront Hotels to choose from on the Harbor.  All offer a luxurious experience.

Boston Waterfront Marriott Hotel

Boston Waterfront Marriott Hotel

– Boston’s Waterfront Hotels & Wharfs –

InterContinental

The Boston Harbor Hotel

Fairmont Battery Wharf

Marriott Long Wharf  &

Marriott’s Custom House

All the Waterfront Wharfs, Hotels, and Condominiums Overlook Boston Harbor or the sparkling skyline from one of the guest rooms, suites, or residences.  Whatever your choice, the Beautiful City Of Boston’s Waterfront awaits you.

Whether for longterm living or just staying a day or two at Boston Waterfront Hotels and Wharfs, you never have to travel far for a great meal!  Most offer great on-site fine dining options that provide delicious cuisine in wonderful settings.  If that doesn’t work then you can hop, skip or jump no further than the North End of Boston for the best Italian food in New England (and possibly the country), the best pizza, bakeries, cafes and sandwiches, all within a short distance from each other.  Stroll off the beaten path of Hanover Street and onto the side streets to find even more great Italian restaurants, cafes and bakeries.

You won’t find dining, beautiful old churches, or historical sites like this so close at any other hotels in Boston so, ‘When In Boston, Do like Bostonians do’; Eat, Pray & Love.

The Boston Waterfront is the ideal place to live, located within walking distance to Boston’s  financial and business district, with many Luxury Residences that offer panoramic Waterfront Harbor views.

The Boston Waterfront Hotels are fabulous places to stay for a weekend getaway,  long term retirement, family vacation or your next big home investment.  Boston’s Waterfront hotels also offer everything you need for a fabulous stay in Boston.  Guests will enjoy luxury accommodations, wonderful amenities and  impeccable service.  There is no other waterfront locations that can compare to this part of the city.

If you need expert help finding a long-term or short-term place in Boston, feel free to give me a call.  I’m sure I can point you in the right direction!

12
February
2011

Why Buying a Home is Like Dating…

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Posted by: Vito Ascolillo

Happy couple in love in their new home

Finding Love is Like Find the Perfect Home

You may not realize it, but finding the perfect Boston luxury home is actually a lot like find the perfect mate!

Finding true love and finding a home you will truly love, both start with you looking for something that will be in your future.  Like dating, when you search for a new home, you go searching for something attractive, comfortable, and even sexy.  There are certain criteria or conditions to be met like size/heart, how many rooms/weight, date built/age, updated appliances/nip-tuck, missing shingles/hair loss, etc.

Each home has its upside and downside just like each date.  Is it a warm place/does he have heart?  Are there too many stairs/is she understanding?  Can I hear the neighbors through the walls/is he listening to me?

So you keep searching and dating, then finally, you find it!  The perfect Boston home and the perfect person.

If you need help find a Back Bay condo or Beacon Hill condo, or want to tour luxury homes for sale on Boston’s Waterfront or North End, contact CL Waterfront Properties LLC.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

10
February
2011

Most Romantic Boston Restaurants

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Most couples make it a priority to get out of the house and have a ‘Date Night’ on Valentine’s Day, something the can get lost over time.

Barlola in a great date spot for Valentine's Day in Boston

Tapas are a Good Date Idea

The city of Boston is saturated with restaurants of all kinds!  You and your Valentine can enjoy some American cuisine such as Union Bar & Grill in the South End, or Towne in Back Bay.  Tapas/ small plates style restaurants are really popular, such as Cuchi Cuchi or Dali in Cambridge, Barlola in Back Bay, and the Ristorante Damiano in the North End.  If French foods are more what you had in mind, Sel de la Terre has locations in Back Bay and a new Waterfront location as well, or take a trip to Beacon Hill Bistro in Beacon Hill.  Moroccan cuisine makes a unique evening at hot spots like Tangierino in Charlestown.  Of course Italian cuisine is extremely popular, such as Tresca and Prezza in the North End.

Let’s face it; Italian cuisine is the obvious choice for 99% of people going out on Feb. 14th!  The North End/ Waterfront area provides you with the ultimate setting for a Valentine’s Date Night!  The smell of garlic, pastries and espresso in the air, little Italian men selling roses on the street, the violin player making his way to every table in any restaurant that will have him, and the vibe on one of Boston’s most historic streets Hanover just adds to the perfect back drop for the night.

Marco, Best Date Restaurant

Marco, Best Date Restaurant

One of the best North End/Waterfront locations to make the night special is in a tiny restaurant of 10 tables, a stone fireplace, and the feeling of actually being in Italy –Marco.  Marco is hidden on the second floor located at 253 Hanover St, above Café Paradiso.  When you call to make your reservation, make sure you ask for the table near the front window and fireplace, your date will be VERY IMPRESSED.

Once you have finished dinner, make your way onto Hanover Street to one of Boston’s most historic landmarks – Mike’s Pastries – for a cannoli.  If an after-dinner glass of wine is your choice, Bricco on Hanover Street or the wine bar located on Richmond St – Vinoteca di Monica, are the perfect stop!  After a big meal and a few glasses of wine, a great way to wake up for the trip home is to sit and finish the night with an espresso at Boston’s first Italian Café – Caffe Victoria on Hanover St in the North End.

Enjoy your Valentine’s Day and make is special for that someone in your life!

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