Vanessa Sidi Douglas Elliman Agent Featured on Homeowners Connect

Vanessa Sidi

Lotus Edge Resident Realtor®

Douglas Elliman

About

Vanessa Sidi & Shane Bentoumi

Serving Lotus, Lotus Palms & Lotus Edge

Vanessa Sidi is a luxury real estate advisor known for discretion, performance, and deep expertise in South Florida’s most sought-after new developments. She was selected as one of just 70 agents out of 7,000+ to join Douglas Elliman’s elite Sports & Entertainment division—a testament to her trusted reputation and high-level clientele.

Vanessa is focused on anything “new.” As a recognized specialist in new development communities, she has achieved top sales in multiple premier South Florida projects and has personally sold 150+ new homes, along with facilitating $20,000,000+ in referrals to trusted colleagues. Over her 22-year career, she has worked alongside the area’s leading developers and served an elite network of clients, including professional athletes, always protecting privacy and handling transactions with the utmost confidentiality.

A Lotus Edge homeowner, Vanessa brings a unique, firsthand understanding of what makes these communities exceptional. Her passion for helping buyers and sellers in Lotus Edge and its surrounding premier neighborhoods has made her the top resident broker—a go-to resource for residents who want expert guidance from someone who truly lives the lifestyle.

 


 

Global Background, Local Advantage

Born in Rio de Janeiro and raised in London, Vanessa’s international upbringing shaped the polished, world-class approach she brings to every transaction. She attended College du Léman (Geneva) and Business School de Lausanne (Switzerland) before moving to South Florida—first to Fisher Island, and eventually to Palm Beach County, where she now calls Boca Raton home.

Fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, French, and English, Vanessa’s global perspective and cultural fluency help her connect effortlessly with clients from around the world. Her vast network of local and international relationships ensures she can assist with buying or selling not only in South Florida—but anywhere in the world.

 


 

Recognized Expertise

Vanessa is widely regarded as an expert in real estate locally and globally and is frequently quoted in major media, including The Wall Street Journal.

 


 

Beyond Real Estate

Vanessa also cares deeply about philanthropy and has supported a variety of charitable causes over the years—helping several ice hockey teams get involved in giving back to their communities. Outside of work, she lives life to the fullest and enjoys travel and adventure with her husband Burke Henry and their Goldendoodle, Gatsby.

Looking to buy or sell in Lotus Edge (or a premier new development nearby)? Vanessa and her team offer the experience, discretion, and resident-level insight to guide you with confidence.