Luxury Intracoastal Mansion with Infinity Pool & Yacht Dock, Fort Lauderdale FL
August in South Florida means warm breezes, fiery sunsets, and water that glitters like liquid sapphire. Idlewyld Mansion turns that postcard into daily life: imagine 200 feet of private shoreline, an infinity pool that appears to pour straight into the Intracoastal, and a dock built for 100-foot super-yachts. It’s one of the rare $5,000-a-night luxury vacation rentals still open for August 2025—ready to stage everything from morning paddleboard sessions to midnight rooftop soirées.
Quick-View Stats
- 9 bedrooms | 10 bathrooms | Sleeps 20
- Exact August 2025 nightly rate: $5,000 (verified July 2025)
- 4-night minimum stay
- Point-lot dock with 200 ft of frontage
- Waterfront infinity pool & oversize spa
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Head-Turning Amenities
- Glass-walled great room with 30-foot ceilings and statement chandeliers
- Dual-island chef’s kitchen plus discreet butler’s pantry
- Rooftop terrace designed for sunset mixology classes
- Cinema lounge, poker salon, and billiards loft for all-weather fun
- Glass-enclosed gym opening to a waterfront yoga deck
- Whole-house smart tech controlling lights, shades, climate, and music
Why This Estate Deserves a Spot on Your Bucket List
Idlewyld is crafted for guests who measure luxury by both spectacle and service. At dawn, sip espresso while dolphins glide past the sea wall; by afternoon, float in a horizon-edge pool so perfectly positioned you feel tethered to the tides. Evenings revolve around a private-chef tasting menu served under bistro lights on the dock. With every room framing the water and concierge pros on standby for helicopter transfers or sandbar picnics, the mansion embodies the promise of $5,000-a-night luxury vacation rentals—effortless extravagance.
Local Luxe: Things to Do Within 30 Minutes
| Experience | Why It’s Worth Doing |
|---|---|
| Captain-Led VanDutch Cruise | Depart from your own dock, circle Millionaires’ Row, Champagne in hand. |
| Chef’s Table at DUNE | Oceanfront tasting menu by Laurent Tourondel—concierge secures the six coveted seats. |
| Seaplane Hop to Bimini | 18-minute flight over electric-blue straits, conch fritter lunch, back for sunset. |
| VIP Gallery Tour of FATVillage | Private curator walk-through, meet-the-artist champagne reception, chauffeur return. |
| Polo Cabana at Lauderhill | Cushioned seating, Veuve buckets, and field-side grazing boards under swaying palms. |
| Bal Harbour Personal Shopping | Couture previews in a private salon, same-day delivery to the mansion. |
Rates & Availability
From $5,000 per night — August 2025
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How This Listing Was Vetted
- Guest Satisfaction – 4.9-star average across 30+ reviews praising pristine upkeep and responsive staff.
- Concierge Depth – On-site team handles yacht charters, private chefs, and helicopter arrivals from MIA.
- Standout Amenities – Infinity pool, rooftop terrace, cinema lounge, glass elevator, and yacht-ready dock.
Final Thought
Whether your perfect day ends with sunset yoga on the rooftop or a VanDutch glide past neon-lit skyline, Idlewyld Mansion delivers a canvas for peak indulgence. Which feature tempts you more—the horizon-edge pool or the glass-walled great room? Share below and start envisioning your stay in one of Fort Lauderdale’s finest $5,000-a-night luxury vacation rentals for August 2025.
Prices verified July 2025; may fluctuate.
