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The estate’s exterior has towering palm trees, a monumental façade, and grand double staircases.

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Whether you prefer the indoors or outdoors, 709 Idlewild Drive in Fort Lauderdale has something extra special for you—a rare mega yacht dock and a custom $1 million kitchen. No, that doesn’t include gas and groceries.

The residence is in Fort Lauderdale’s prestigious Idlewyld neighborhood.

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The massive fountain courtyard and a porte-cochère carport

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It’s all here within this 22,584-square-foot, waterfront behemoth, listed for $11.9 million by Douglas Elliman’s Niki Higgins. If bigger is better, this oversized mansion goes all in. The mansion is one of Fort Lauderdale’s largest private residences11 bedrooms, 14 bathrooms, and expansive rooftop with ocean and city vistas.

Palatial living room with fireplace and balconies

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Living spaces are embellished with custom chandeliers and exquisite ceilings.

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The main home offers seven bedrooms and 12 bathrooms while a separate guest house has two bedrooms and two baths. Presumably, flex rooms allow for more bedroom options.

The home offers four stories of detailed ceilings, walls and furnishings.

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Executive office suite

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Towering over Fort Lauderdale’s prestigious Idlewyld neighborhood, the home captivates with panoramic views, ocean access and proximity to restaurants, shopping and entertainment on Las Olas Boulevard and Fort Lauderdale Beach (within walking distance).

The 22,584-square-foot mansion is one of the largest estates in Fort Lauderdale.

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The waterfront estate lists for $11.9 million.

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The gated estate’s exterior is beautified by towering palm trees, a monumental façade, meticulous landscaping, grand double staircases, a balcony, a huge fountain courtyard, and a porte-cochère carport. The property sits on 160 feet of deep water frontage along the Intracoastal Waterway, where yachts up to 138 feet can safely dock.

The mansion has a scenic rooftop with ocean and city vistas.

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The property sits along 160 feet of deep water frontage, which can dock mega yachts up to 138 feet.

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The mega mansion includes two family rooms, multiple kitchens, formal dining rooms, a movie theater, gym, and private executive office over four towering levels.

The million-dollar Downsview kitchen features two large islands.

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The custom kitchen is the centerpiece of the home.

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But that’s all upstaged by the home’s centerpiece—the million-dollar Downsview fantasy kitchen with double-wide fridge, dual gas cooktops, extra wide luxury vent, and premium double ovens.

The home offers multiple dining areas. This breakfast nook creates a sense of grandeur.

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Formal dining room

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The gourmet chef kitchen’s showpiece—dual rich mahogany islands offset by white marble countertops and countless built-in white cabinets. An elegant breakfast nook exudes grandeur, adjacent to the large kitchen.

The large master suite has French doors and wraparound terrace.

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The master bathroom includes a frameless, glass-enclosed shower, and his and hers sinks.

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Living spaces are equally grand, embellished with custom chandeliers and exquisite ceilings. The palatial living room is a majestic entertainment space with soaring triple-height ceilings, viewing balconies, an opulent chandelier, a stately fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows.

Huge walk-in closet

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Home theater

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The large master suite offers French doors, wraparound terrace and coffered ceilings. The master bath features a central, frameless, glass-enclosed shower, separate his and hers sinks, and a massive walk-in closet.

Outdoor pool and veranda

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Pool and spa with tropical surroundings

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The large laundry room has a full kitchen-style sink and premium cabinets. Cozy outdoor spaces include a pool, spa and a veranda with upstairs spiral staircase access.