TROPICAL DEEPWATER ESTATE 

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL  •  Web ID: SGS

In the gated privacy of Sunrise Key, a British West Indies-inspired deepwater estate offering the ultimate tropical island lifestyle.

Tucked away on tranquil Sunrise Key, this spectacular island residence enjoys the gated privacy of a quiet yet well-located community just minutes away from downtown Fort Lauderdale and Las Olas Boulevard. The gracious sophistication of classic British West Indies style gives this wonderful deepwater estate all the warmth and charm of a tropical island retreat designed with family living, entertaining, and boating enjoyment all in mind.

Encompassing more than 5,000 luxurious square feet, the six-bedroom residence takes maximum advantage of captivating waterfront scenery throughout its spacious yet remarkably inviting rooms. Fine natural finishes of rich hardwoods and stone complement the warm palette in a comfortably relaxed ambiance. Placing an emphasis on indoor/outdoor living, French doors flow onto the charming waterfront loggia, with summer kitchen, glistening pool and spa, and waterfront gazebo, perfect focal points for alfresco gatherings in an enchanting palm-fringed garden oasis. Stretching just beyond, 150± feet of straight-line deepwater dockage is a most extraordinary feature of the property, accommodating a substantial yacht while still benefiting from the beautiful waterway views.

An exceptionally gracious and luxurious estate on prestigious Sunrise Key, this one-of-a-kind waterfront residence offers tropical island living at its very finest.

5th Key Drive, Sunrise Key, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Renowned as the "Venice of America", Fort Lauderdale is also a boater's paradise, embraced by the Atlantic Ocean and myriad scenic inland waterways. A gated island enclave of exclusive waterfront estates, Sunrise Key is ideally situated close to the beach, Las Olas Boulevard's world-class shopping and dining, excellent schools, downtown commerce, and the city's dynamic arts and entertainment district. Easy access is provided to major highways as well as Fort Lauderdale's international and executive airports.

Nestled along 150± feet of straight-line deepwater frontage in a rare setting, this spectacular British West Indies-inspired estate affords sweeping waterway views along with extensive yacht Dockage. Gracious outdoor entertaining centers on an airy waterfront Loggia, stepping down to the lovely Pool with Spa and Lanai Summer Kitchen, all surrounded by Decks and Terraces planted with luxuriant tropical gardens and dramatized at nightfall by landscape lighting. A lovely Chicago brick motor court serves the 3-car Garage.

Comfortable elegance creates the motif of this inviting 2-story villa, skillfully planned to provide scenic water views as the backdrop for most major rooms, with an abundance of large windows and French doors throughout. Over 5,000 square feet of luxurious living area, including 6 Bedrooms and 4-1/2 Baths, perfectly balances generous proportions and an intimately inviting atmosphere.

First Floor: Arriving from the private entrance courtyard, guests are greeted in the light-filled Foyer, giving access to both the formal and casual living areas of the home's well-flowing floor-plan. To the right, the octagonal formal Living Room is elegantly styled with handsome wood floors, 10 foot ceilings, plantation shutters, and a double-sided brick fireplace, all complementing the warm palette. Sharing the double-sided fireplace, the formal Dining Room opens just beyond in a welcoming setting for family and friends. Connecting through an adjoining Butler's Pantry, the inviting Kitchen is equipped for the gourmet cook with a full range of top-grade appliances, beautiful oak cabinetry, and ample counter space incorporating a center island and a breakfast bar. Arranged in a spacious open-concept design, the casual living areas encompass a waterfront Family Room with entertainment center and a Morning Room glassed with French doors leading onto the loggia and pool area beyond. Overlooking the courtyard, a gallery hallway leads through double sets of French doors to the wonderful waterfront Library/Study, appointed with floor-to-ceiling built-in bookcases and further double sets of French doors opening to tropical gardens by the pool. A private hallway proceeds to a guest Powder Room, an Exercise Room, and a waterfront Guest Bedroom with a walk-in closet and an adjoining full Cabana Bath also conveniently serving the pool area.

Second Floor: Overlooking sweeping waterway views on two exposures, the luxurious sun-filled Master Suite features airy nine foot ceilings and enjoys a spacious Bedroom, a Sitting Area, and French doors to a private waterside Balcony. Completing the suite are enormous his-and-her walk-in closets and a spacious island-style Bath offering a relaxing spa tub, a large separate shower, and dual vanities. The nine foot ceilings and splendid waterway views continue through three additional Bedrooms; one bedroom has a private Bath while two share a Bath, and all have double closets. A Laundry/Utility Room and ample Attic Storage complete this level.
 

5,713 approximate square feet.