Sharing the Holiday Love
I love celebrating the holidays with family and friends – at Christmas parties, get-togethers, dinners, and more. But what I really love about this time of year is taking stock of everything I’m grateful for. That’s why I support a wide range of organizations and causes all year long – because I feel compelled to lift up others and help make New Orleans a better place. If any of the following non-profits sound interesting to you -- or pull at your heartstrings -- please join me in supporting them! Thank you for your generosity :-) Non-Profits I’m Supporting in 2024: The LLS mission is to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease, and myeloma and to improve the quality of life of patients and their families. LLS funds lifesaving cancer research and provides free information and counseling to patients navigating their cancer journey. Beyond being a team member and raising over $28,000 for LLS this year, I helped my team leader raise over $110,000! WYES/PBS has been committed to preserving the stories of the Greater New Orleans region and the Mississippi Gulf Coast since 1957, providing free educational television to every home in their viewing area, inspiring a lifetime of learning. Belle Reve was the first non-profit, assisted living facility of its kind to be licensed in the State of Louisiana. It provides a home and full support services for low-income and homeless adults and families living with HIV/AIDS. Benjamin Franklin High School has educated some of New Orleans’ best and brightest since 1957 and is ranked as one of the top public charter schools in the nation. The Franklin family fosters a tradition of excellence in all of its students, who go into the world fully prepared for life in higher education and beyond. Bridge House’s mission has been to provide no-cost substance-use disorder treatment services to those who have lost everything, treating over 800 homeless, indigent, uninsured, and/or unemployed men and women each year. Zeus’ Place has been serving the Greater New Orleans Area for over 16 years, providing a unique boarding, daycare, and grooming experience. Its sister facility, Zeus’ Rescues, helps get stray animals out of high-kill metro shelters and into forever homes. Planned Parenthood helps all people live full, healthy lives by providing high-quality inclusive and comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care services and by advocating for public policies that protect and expand reproductive rights and access to a full range of sexual and reproductive health care services. Second Harvest Food Bank leads the fight against hunger in South Louisiana by providing food access, advocacy, education, and disaster response. The ACLU dares to create a more perfect union — beyond one person, party, or side. Their mission is to realize this promise of the United States Constitution for all and expand the reach of its guarantees. Lambda Legal is a national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people and everyone living with HIV through impact litigation, education and public policy work. Fordham University WFUV 90.7 FM is located on Fordham’s Rose Hill campus in the Bronx and is a nationally acclaimed hub of music discovery, news, and sports journalism. It’s also a multimedia training ground for Fordham students who go on to careers in broadcast journalism, music production, and more. Provincetown Commons is a collaborative workspace for artists and small business, serving Cape Cod, MA as a year-round coworking space for creative individuals, artists, entrepreneurs, and start-up businesses.
Beautiful Home Offers Grand Living & High-End Amenities
The stunningly renovated and restored Victorian home that sits at 612 State St. is a 4272 square foot, 3-story beauty in a charming Uptown neighborhood off of Magazine St. Boasting incredible attention to detail, as well as every bell and whistle imaginable, this enviable residence is designed for grand entertaining and gracious living. Open, Expansive, and Welcoming As you enter from the stately covered front porch, you’ll appreciate the open, expansive living space, the impressive staircase, the entertainment area & full wet bar, a working fireplace, a gorgeous chef’s kitchen and dining area overlooking the pool and yard, and additional spaces like a private study with pocket doors and a climate-controlled wine cellar. A Custom Chef’s Kitchen for Cooking and Gathering Completely custom, the kitchen features high-end appliances including a Wolf range, Fisher & Paykel refrigerator, Cove dishwasher, Summit wine fridge, Kitchen Aid icemaker, and a second Fisher & Paykel dishwasher at the wet bar. Incredible storage, a wide expanse of 2-inch thick marble countertops, and a fantastic island create the ideal space for cooking, gathering, serving, and enjoying. The Showpiece: Pool, Cabana & Outdoor Kitchen For the pièce de la résistance, slide open the wall of glass doors to take in the gorgeous pool & spa, renovated cabana, fully gated yard, and new landscaping with remote-controlled irrigation system. The cabana features a bathroom and a lovely outdoor kitchen that’s great for parties -- imagine relaxing with a cocktail in hand while dinner sizzles on the grill. Relax and Unwind in the Upstairs Bedrooms Tucked away upstairs are four large ensuite bedrooms, including a stunning primary suite with lavish bathroom and impressive walk-in closet. And the versatile 3rd floor space offers endless possibilities – use it as an exercise room, den, playroom, or easily convert it into a fifth bedroom! Perfect for Hosting Friends & Family With whole house Aquasauna water filtration and a built-in sound system, this home is perfect for hosting friends, family, and get-togethers large and small. The flowing open floor plan is a joy to experience, and the original hardwood floors and soaring 11+ ft ceilings add to its charm and ambience. Walkable to Coffee Shops, Restaurants, Parks & Shopping Finally, the neighborhood near State and Magazine offers walkable gems for those who call it home. You’ll enjoy great coffee shops, casual restaurants and fine dining favorites, appreciate St. Francis of Assisi church, and stroll through Gilmore Park. Gated off-street parking is icing on the cake. A truly special property you must see for yourself!
A Friend’s Stunning Renovation, 3 Blocks from Audubon Park
My friend Jill Dupré is a talented designer and artist who years ago fell in love with renovating and breathing new life into old homes. I’ve featured her makeovers on my blog before, and now I’m excited to share her latest beauty at 6125 Annunciation. Take a look at a few of the beautiful details: Attention to Detail that Captures the Imagination I love selling Jill’s gorgeous redesigns, and each one is more fabulous than the last. Her attention to detail is stellar, and she describes her visual approach like this: “My interior design style is quite mixed up. But somehow simple. I love modern, vintage, antique, Asian and hand-me-downs. All put together to create depth and soul.” Eclectic and appealing, her design work has been highlighted in Metropolitan Home, New Orleans Homes & Lifestyle, Food and Wine, Apartment Therapy, and Vie Magazine, just to name a few. I appreciate that Jill says this about working with me: “Tracey is always realistic and knowledgeable. Great instincts. Much appreciated.” – Jill Dupré Looking to buy, sell, or invest? Let’s talk.
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