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A rare double-parcel estate, with expansive Intracoastal frontage, dual residences, and fully realized infrastructure, delivers a private, turnkey waterfront compound at scale.
815 Idlewyld Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL | $22,500,000
JESSICA HALL
In Fort Lauderdale’s Idlewyld enclave, privacy is not a feature, it is the foundation. At 815 Idlewyld Drive, that foundation expands into a rare double-parcel estate that brings together scale, waterfront access, and a level of completeness seldom found along the Intracoastal.
“This is one of the few properties in Idlewyld that truly functions as a compound,” says Julie Jones of Douglas Elliman Real Estate. “You’re not looking at a single residence with amenities added over time. This was designed to operate as a fully integrated environment, with multiple living structures, deep water access, and complete privacy from the moment you arrive.”
Set across approximately 0.82 acres with more than 338 feet of straight-line, no-wake waterfront, the estate offers a presence that is both expansive and controlled. The approach is defined by a walled and gated perimeter, opening to a motor court that immediately establishes a sense of separation from the surrounding city. Beyond it, the grounds unfold with mature tropical landscaping, curated gardens, and open lawn areas that connect the various structures across the property.
The main residence spans over 6,300 square feet under air and reflects a disciplined approach to design. Renovated and expanded with the influence of Marc Michaels, the home balances proportion, materiality, and livability without excess. Formal and informal spaces are clearly defined yet connected, allowing the house to function comfortably at both intimate and large scales.
“The quality here is in the way the home lives,” Jones explains. “Every room has a purpose, and every transition has been considered. It’s a house that supports daily life just as easily as it handles large-scale entertaining.”
The living room opens toward the Intracoastal, where water becomes a constant visual anchor. A formal dining room connects directly to the courtyard pool, creating an immediate relationship between interior and exterior spaces. Nearby, a custom bar with backlit onyx and a 1,000-gallon saltwater aquarium introduces a distinctive focal point, offering both visual presence and functionality.
The kitchen is designed for performance, supported by professional-grade appliances and adjacent service areas that allow for seamless entertaining. More than 2,000 square feet of covered outdoor living extends from this core, incorporating a summer kitchen, lounge areas, and dining spaces that function year-round.
The primary suite occupies a prominent position on the second level, with a private balcony facing the Intracoastal. Dual spa-style baths and custom dressing rooms reinforce the scale and privacy of the suite. Additional rooms, including a club room with integrated acoustic design and projection capabilities, provide flexibility for entertainment or conversion into additional bedroom suites.
Beyond the main residence, the estate expands into a second structure that significantly enhances its functionality. The guest house and pool pavilion, completed in 2018, add over 1,300 square feet under air and more than 2,500 square feet of covered terraces. This space is designed for hosting, with a bar that seats eighteen, a dedicated caterer’s kitchen, and a covered dining loggia.
“The guest house changes how the property can be used,” Jones adds. “It allows for true separation between owner and guest spaces, or the ability to host at a level that most homes simply cannot accommodate.”
Upstairs, the guest house includes a gym and office, both positioned to take advantage of elevated water views. The flexibility of the structure allows for additional bedroom configurations if desired, reinforcing the estate’s adaptability over time.
The outdoor areas unify the property. Two pools, a spa, and water features are integrated into the landscape, surrounded by mature plantings and professional lighting. Open lawn areas create visual continuity between the main house and guest pavilion, while maintaining privacy across the site.
For boating, the property offers capabilities that align with its scale. Two separate docks, approximately 70 and 90 feet, provide deep water access with substantial power service and a 17,000-pound lift. The no-wake location ensures calm conditions for both docking and departure.
“In this price category, buyers expect waterfront,” Jones notes. “What they don’t often find is this level of frontage combined with privacy and infrastructure that can support serious boating.”
The estate also includes more than 2,000 square feet of air-conditioned garage space for up to seven vehicles, with the potential for additional living quarters above. Recent updates, including a newer roof and mechanical systems, support long-term ownership without immediate need for renovation.
815 Idlewyld Drive stands apart not because of a single defining feature, but because of its completeness. Land, water, architecture, and infrastructure are aligned in a way that is increasingly difficult to assemble.
“This is the type of property that doesn’t come together often,” Jones concludes. “It’s not just the location or the frontage. It’s the combination of everything, the land, the scale, the design, and the ability to use it immediately at a very high level.”
In a market where waterfront inventory continues to tighten, properties that offer this level of integration remain limited. At Idlewyld, that limitation defines the opportunity.
815 Idlewyld Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL is listed for $22,500,000.
For more information or to schedule a private viewing, please contact:
Julie Jones
VP of Ultra Luxury Sales
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
T: +1 954.328.3665
E: Julie@JulieJonesLuxury.com
W: https://juliejonesluxury.com
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