Idlewyld, 815 Idlewyld Dr

5
Beds
63/2
Baths
7,666
SqFt
$2,602
$/SqFt
High-End House
Built in 1959
7 Parking
Intercoastal View
$150/mo HOA
Waterfront
Mediterranean
Balcony
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.
MLS Number: F10486487
On Site: 585 Days
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Features

Bedrooms
  • Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
Exterior and Lot Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, OutdoorLivingArea, OutdoorShower
  • View: Intercoastal
Interior, Heating and Cooling
  • Interior Features: BuiltInFeatures, ClosetCabinetry, DiningArea, SeparateFormalDiningRoom, EntranceFoyer, KitchenIsland, MainLevelPrimary, SittingAreaInPrimary, UpperLevelPrimary
  • Equipment / Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, GasRange, GasWaterHeater, Microwave, Refrigerator, WaterHeater, Washer
  • Heating Description: Central,Electric
  • Cooling Description: CentralAir,Electric
Building and Construction
  • Floor Description: Marble,Wood
  • Construction Type: House
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Style: Mediterranean
Waterfront and Water Access
  • Waterfront Frontage: Yes
School Information
    Other Property Info
    • Garage: 7
    • Listing Date: 2025-02-11T18:00:51.000-00:00
    • Directions: East
    Taxes, Fees & More
    • Taxes: 108817
    • Parking Description: Driveway, Garage, GarageDoorOpener, Guest
    • Total Floors in Building: 2

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    Price History

    Current
    $20M
    High
    $29M
    Low
    $20M
    Total Change
    -31.2%
    $30.1M$24.5M$18.9MFeb 25Dec 25Feb 26Jul 26
    Date
    Event
    Price
    Change
    Price Per
    07/13/2026
    Price Reduced
    $20M
    -11.33%
    $2,602 ft2
    $28,012 m2
    02/06/2026
    Price Reduced
    $22.5M
    -9.82%
    $2,935 ft2
    $31,593 m2
    12/02/2025
    Price Reduced
    $25M
    -13.95%
    $3,255 ft2
    $35,033 m2
    02/11/2025
    Listed
    $29M
     
    $3,782 ft2
    $40,713 m2
    07/13/2026
    $20M
    Event
    Price Reduced
    Change
    -11.33%
    Price Per
    $2,602 ft2
    $28,012 m2
    02/06/2026
    $22.5M
    Event
    Price Reduced
    Change
    -9.82%
    Price Per
    $2,935 ft2
    $31,593 m2
    12/02/2025
    $25M
    Event
    Price Reduced
    Change
    -13.95%
    Price Per
    $3,255 ft2
    $35,033 m2
    02/11/2025
    $29M
    Event
    Listed
    Price Per
    $3,782 ft2
    $40,713 m2
    Price per square foot and days on website are not provided values and are calculated by Subdivisions.
    Listed by Julie JonesDouglas Elliman • Buyer Agency Compensation .

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    Scores

    Walk Score®
    Car-Dependent. Most errands require a car
    29

    100
    Transit Score®
    Some Transit. A few nearby public transportation options
    30

    100
    Bike Score®
    Somewhat Bikeable. Minimal bike infrastructure
    48

    100
    Sound Score®
    Bearable noise
    80

    100
    Airport Score
    Close to airports. Noticeable airport activity
    0

    100
    Traffic Score
    Congested area. Frequent traffic delays
    25

    100
    Local Score
    Limited local amenities nearby
    0

    100
    Community Snapshot
    3 – 11 BR
    Bedrooms
    $2.3M – $25M
    Price Tier
    1,381 - 21,756
    SqFt Range
    1985
    Year Build
    2
    Total Floors

    Subdivision Amenities

    Boating
    None
    Pool
    Sidewalks

    Fort Lauderdale
    High-End
    High-End Homes & Condos