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5 Beds
9 Baths
7,666 sqft

$19,950,000

815 Idlewyld Drive, Fort Lauderdale FL, 33301

Price per sqft$2,602.40
Built in1959
Property size7,666 sqft
Property typeResidential

Overview

Active

Listed Feb 11, 2025

Updated 5 days ago

Magnificent two-parcel .82 acre Idlewyld waterfront estate with over 14,000 sf in total. Ultimate deep water compound! 338ft+/- straight-line waterfront (no wake) with two docks. Main house 6,336 sf under air with 2,050 sf covered outdoor living off Chef’s kitchen, fully renovated and expanded in 2012 with option for apartment over garage. In 2018, guest house with pool pavilion added, 1,330 sf under air plus 2,504 sf terraces with dining bar for 18, caterer’s kitchen, cabana, gym, and office. Estate includes 2,029 sf of air-conditioned garage space for seven cars. Walled and gated for privacy, award-winning grounds and rare tropical landscaping surround two pools and spa. Timeless Marc Michaels design with custom detailing and high-quality finishes throughout. Most desirable & extremely private South end of Idlewyld Drive. Estate is entirely walled & gated, creating a Four Seasons type environment that must be seen to be appreciated! Main House 815 Idlewyld Certificate of Occupancy with 2012 renovation which included entire Primary Suite with separate baths & closets, plus large private balcony intracoastal facing. 2012 new roof over entire main residence & all air conditioners replaced in last 12 months. First Level: formal living room with gas fireplace & covered front terrace overlooking the intracoastal. Separate bar area with 1,000-gallon saltwater live aquarium. Back-lit custom onyx bar, ice maker, refrigeration & storage. Overlooks the totally private courtyard pool (one of two pools).Elegant & welcoming formal dining room (access to pool area), custom wine refrigeration & storage. First level bedroom suite 1, library/home office (potentially bedroom suite 2)Cabana bathroom off the 2,000 sf covered outdoor living area/terrace with Summer Kitchen, grill & refrigeration, cabana bathroom & outdoor shower. Easy access to garage for caterers. 4 bay garage includes 1 lift. Potential apartment over garage for housekeeper or boat captain. Totally private & heated court yard pool with spa. Second level comprises loft area, primary suite, club room & bedroom 5 suite. Club room (potential VIP bedroom suite 4) with acoustic soundproofing built-in, including large projection theater with automatic/motorized black out shades & private balcony. Bathroom with sauna - potential to be a VIP bedroom suite & included in bedroom count. Expansive & ultra-luxurious primary suite offers private intracoastal facing balcony, separate spa style baths and custom closets/dressing rooms.833 Guest House & Pool Pavilion - Award Winning Architectural & Landscape Design Incredible intracoastal views while still enjoying privacy! Professional landscape lighting, outdoor speakers & fountains. Connected by wide open lawn areas & surrounded by tropical landscaping. Covered area includes water feature & secondary splash pool/spa. Stunning bar seats 18 with refrigerator, sink & storage.. Dining loggia with seating for 14, all covered with beautiful, beamed ceilings to create a tropical & private resort oasis. Large separate BBQ area separate to bar. The Guest House offers a full caterer's kitchen, cabana bath & access to the additional 3 car garage (potential 7 car when garages are combined). Stair access to second level of Guest House, terrace opens to gym and home office, both with amazing views. Spa style bathroom. Potential for additional bedrooms if required. DOCKS - Two separate docks, 70' & 90' both with 100amp/2 x 50 amp service 17,000 lb boat lift. Please note approximate measurements obtained from the builder & should be verified by the buyer for accuracy.

$132,728/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $19,950,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
F10486487

Interior Features

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
9
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.81 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$108,817
Tax Frequency
Annually
Association Fee Frequency
Yearly
Garage
Yes
View
Yes
Pool
Yes
Waterfront
Yes
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Listed by:  Douglas Elliman, 954-947-0121

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