Sophisticated modernism gives stunning dimension to this view-filled resort-like showplace on one of Harbor Beach’s finest deepwater isles.
Even in a prestigious beachside community known for its magnificent properties, this sensational deepwater estate garners truly superlative distinction. In a bold departure from tradition, this modernist masterpiece takes shape with sleek lines and wide spans of glass that expound on the beauty of its sweeping viewpoint just one property from the Intracoastal near the confluence of several serene canals.
Inspired living and entertaining are at home in seamless spaces that are dramatically expansive while artfully inflected with a feeling of elegant ease. Complete with a spectacular outdoor entertainment area and yacht dockage, this ultra-luxurious estate features all the indulgences of an exclusive resort, here reserved for its fortunate owners’ enjoyment.
Location
Del Lago Drive, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. One of Fort Lauderdale’s most desirable gated communities, Harbor Beach features private beach access along with its own beach club, yacht marina, and security patrol. The setting is idyllic yet close to downtown Fort Lauderdale and famous Las Olas Boulevard’s fine boutiques, galleries, restaurants, and sidewalk cafes.
Property
Amazing wide-open waterway views are the focus of this rare modernist gem fronting 110+/- feet of deepwater with full-service dock for up to a 90-foot yacht. Streamlined forms articulate the resort-style outdoor entertainment area with soaring loggias, a custom pool, and tiered terraces stepping down to the shoreline. Groomed landscaping adorns the sweeping motor court of this spacious, walled and gated Fort Lauderdale property.
Residence
Custom built in 2001, this strikingly elegant residence places equal emphasis on aesthetics and comfort while capitalizing on breathtaking water views through light-drenched floor-to-ceiling window walls. All windows and exterior doors feature impact glass, and a full-house generator is provided. Served by an elevator, the generously scaled floor-plan totaling 10,104+/- square feet offers 6 bedrooms, 7 full and 2 half baths, including a self-contained apartment above the 3-bay garage.
First Floor: The courtyard entry is graced by a koi pond and double doors inset with Art Deco glass panels. Inside the foyer, the sleek marble floors continue through the entire level, and the grand staircase blends granite, chrome, and glass elements. An entertainment showpiece, the dramatic double-height great room banded with light-flooded glass is served by a professional-style granite-topped maple wet bar with wine storage. Elegant maple built-ins line the tray-ceilinged formal dining room. The epicurean’s kitchen combines crisp white cabinetry, black granite counters, and stainless steel appliances including the Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, 6-burner Garland range, and Miele double ovens and microwave. Off the kitchen are a sunny waterfront breakfast room, butler’s pantry, and laundry room. Opening off the great room, the custom-fitted media room creates an extension of the main living/entertaining areas separated by a cleverly designed drop-down screen and served by its own sit-down granite bar. Three first-floor bedroom suites with beautiful built-ins feature a waterfront VIP guest suite opening to the pool patio. Two powder rooms serve this level.
Second Floor: View-filled bands of glass continue through the upper level, beginning with the open loft, game room with billiard table and wet bar, and gym with private balcony. Enveloped in luxury and serene water views, the grand master suite opens to a private balcony where spiral stairs ascend to a wonderful rooftop sun deck. The expansive master bedroom accommodates a lounge area with built-in cabinetry and television. An indulgent spa-like retreat, the his-and-her master bath has honey-hued marble finishes, exquisite maple built-ins, a jetted tub, glass-enclosed multi-spray shower, and walk-in wardrobe rooms. A laundry area is also provided. One more bedroom suites currently functions as an office with fine custom built-in furnishings and its own balcony. A full gym offers private, at-home workouts. Served by a separate entry and staircase, the comfortable private apartment with living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bath is perfect for staff or captain’s quarters. |