Penthouse Luxury Condo Downtown on the New River
- Minimum stay:N/A
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
We offer you a vacation getaway in the sky – a luxury condo at the very top of the Esplanade, right on the New River, in exciting Downtown Ft. Lauderdale.
DOWNTOWN ON THE NEW RIVER – means you are there. Not having to get into your car to “get there”, not “only a mile (or two, or three) to THERE”, but actually being THERE. We have 35 restaurants, night clubs, play houses, historic center, and art museums all within a quarter mile from us – that’s 2 blocks. They are all just an easy short walk away. Or you can take one of our bikes for a pleasant 5 or 10 minute ride to any of them. Walk to the Water Taxi stop just down the street and go anywhere on the New River and Intercoastal Waterway. Eat at one of the nearby restaurants on the river (the Pirates Republic Saloon & Restaurant is a block away). Suggestion: Plan your vacation to take in one of the first-run Broadway productions offered at the Broward Performing Arts Center (our 52 million dollar crown jewel playhouse), then one night you can walk across to the “theater” and feel like you are on Broadway.
LUXURY CONDO – is like staying in a fancy resort but without the resort prices and small rooms. It is NOT some rental house buried in a residential neighborhood miles from where you want to be. Luxury Condo means a swimming pool, a jetted spa pool, a dry heat sauna room, tennis courts, a full gym, 2 reserved parking spaces, a Business Center and 24 hour desk service with a full time residential manager. A place where someone says “Hello” when you arrive and that can help with problems and questions.
“A VIEW TO DIE FOR” – means we are on the penthouse floor, 16 stories up looking down on the river and the boat traffic. Across the river is the Performing Arts Center mentioned above, Esplanade Park, the City’s Historic District, the Entertainment District and the start of the premier shopping district – Las Olas Blvd. “A view to die for” means the whole City is laid out before you, and at night it lights up as far as you can see.
FULLY EQUIPPED – means a 50” HDTV, Comcast cable service with 273 channels (14 HBO and Starz premium movie channels and 95 HD channels). A Sony Entertainment Center with 7000 songs, Blu-ray DVD player, 20 Mbps Internet service with Wi-Fi, free phone service to anywhere in the US, Canada and Puerto Rico. Bicycles, a kayak for the river, tennis rackets for the 2 courts, a blanket, chairs and cooler for the beach, full kitchen supplies and the list goes on (see details below).
SEE OUR WEB SITE AND WEB CAM – for more pictures, for a live river view from the nifty camera on our balcony, for a 2D and 3D floor plan, for more about our “stuff”, for more about your hosts Ralph and Judy, for more about the special events like the Winterfest Boat Parade that starts on the river below us and the New Year’s Eve party that takes place in the park across the river from us. And more about the dock spaces available for your boat or yacht. The WEB site and WEB cam links are shown below - right after the section on RATE DETAILS.
IN SUMMARY – we are a Luxury Condo, Downtown on the New River, with a “View to Die For”. We are a “one unit guest house”. We meet every guest, we show them around, we get them settled in and we get to know them. We have over 30 very nice reviews from guests we call our friends.
Keywords: Condo, Esplanade, New River, river, Downtown, penthouse
Property Type
- Condo
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
- Limited Accessibility
- Pets Not Allowed
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4, Beds for 4
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- King size beds (1), Baby Cribs (1), Sleep Sofa or Futons (1)
Bathrooms
- 2.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
Kitchen & Dining
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Refrigerator
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Cooking Utensils
Amenities
- Clothes Dryer
- Washing Machine
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
Other Amenities
- Hair dryers, Iron and ironing board
Entertainment
- CD Player
- Stereo
- VCR
- DVD Player
- Shared Hot Tub
Communications
- Telephone
Pool & Spa
- Jetted Tub
- Sauna
- Communal Pool
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
Location & View
Activities
- Museums
- Restaurants
- Cinemas
- Live Theater
- Boating
- Sight Seeing
- Shopping
- Fitness Center
- Cycling
- Swimming
- Golf
- Wind-Surfing
- Tennis
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Kayaking
Other Activities
Reviews
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Downtown Fort Lauderdale River Front.
Downtown Fort Lauderdale River Front.
- Guest YachtReporter
- Date of stay 10/27/09
- Review Submitted 11/10/09
Whenever we travel as journalists, reporting on destinations around the world there is one thing that frequently blights our enjoyment and that is finding accommodation that we can afford to pay for and more importantly meets our high standards. We are sure that we are not alone in our desire to avoid noisy and sometimes dirty rooms in hotels chains that are uncomfortable, have expensive and poorly served breakfasts and supplement their already substantial profit by charging huge sums to guests for the use the internet. When we travel we like to live locally do in comfort with the necessities of life that make being and working away from home that little bit more bearable. A good, well equipped kitchen, washing machines, a place to work and other home comforts help ease the stress of being away from home. Over the years we have frequently suffered by staying in poor accommodation. So, it is wonderfully refreshing to be able to report on, and even recommend, a great self catering apartment in downtown Fort Lauderdale that is not only fully equipped, but is at the same time, not outrageously expensive. Now, before we tell you how great and fully equipped it is, let us make this abundantly clear that it is not available during next years show because we have booked it already but for brokers, captains yacht managers and would be purchasers of super yachts this place has our recommendation. The penthouse suite on the 17th floor is a two bedroom apartment located over looking the New River with spectacular views of down town and the water in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. This unit whose second bedroom is laid out as a study with its own WiFi, features stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, wood floors, and an over-sized balcony. It has an excellent location. Walk across the bridge to the Broward Center for Performing Arts and all that Las Olas Boulevard has to offer or catch the water taxi over to the beach or along the water ways so you get to see the houses belonging to millionaires who park their super yachts at the foot of their gardens! The apartment block has its own covered secure parking, a sauna, fitness centre, pool surrounded by BBQs for use by guests and even a 24 hour lobby.Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+.
Owner response: Thanks Frances & Michael, as travel writers that have been all over the world, your kind words mean a lot to us. No amount of paid advertising can compare to freely given endorsements like yours. We look forward to seeing you again next year for the Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show. In the meantime we will be following your WEB blog and living vicariously thru your lives.
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Very nice place to stay
Very nice place to stay
- Guest Me
- Date of stay 05/20/12
- Review Submitted 06/04/12
we have spent 8 days at the condo and I have to say that the place is perfect. Wonderful location, beautiful interior decoration and very attentive owners. I would definitely go back.Recommended for: Age 55+.
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Awesome View!
Awesome View!
- Guest Wendy W.
- Date of stay 01/23/12
- Review Submitted 05/09/12
Ralph & Judy are wonderful they really make you feel at home. Everything you need for a stay away from home is at your finger tips. Thanks Wendy & PhilDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
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- Guest Tom & Teresa
- Date of stay 12/27/11
- Review Submitted 01/14/12
Dear Ralph and Judy, Thank you for allowing us to stay at your beautiful place. Our trip was cut short but we had a wonderful time - short as it was. We are headed to the cool north & wish you both well for the New Year. - CanadaDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Dawn & Geoff
- Date of stay 12/22/11
- Review Submitted 12/28/11
Ralph & Judy, We so enjoyed our stay in your home these past weeks. This is one of the most exceptional and enjoyable home we have visited anywhere in the world, clearly the result of its superb amenities and your personal charm. It is so well stocked (a well equipped kitchen, extra towels & bedding and has a host of little touches that are lacking in most rental homes, but really needed for stays longer than a week. There was nothing we needed that you had not anticipated. The view from the balcony, and being there during the Hard Rock Boat Parade was a highlight. We would also recommend the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, directly across the river. (The symphony we attended was wonderful) and the Bonnett House, a little piece of Florida history, was just a short drive from the condominium. Also visited twice the wonderful Cheese Cake Factory restaurant on Las Olas Blvd. (also in walking distance and loved it)! Most important, Ralph & Judy, you are a delight to deal with; extremely welcoming, helpful and well organized (we are often amazed at how often this is not the case with rentals). Our thanks to you for your hospitality. By the way, I sent a few of your stamped, customized postcards to friends, so thanks also for that lovely touch. Best to you both. - Toronto, CanadaDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Joe & Mario - Santa Rosa, California
- Date of stay 11/03/11
- Review Submitted 12/28/11
Dear Ralph & Judy, We were very pleased with all aspects of our stay in your condo. It was extremely comfortable, well appointed and of course the view was splendid. Your initial orientation was very helpful in getting us oriented to the location and was very thoughtful of you. The amenities exceeded our expectations. The staff was courteous a professional. We would recommend this property to anyone looking for accommodations in this area. Wishing you both the best.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Anne & Greig - Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Date of stay 10/15/11
- Review Submitted 12/28/11
Ralph & Judy, Thanks for all the extras that made our stay an exceptional vacation. We thought the location was great and we visited the Downtowner, Pirates Republic, OB House and "Brinys". Loved the Water Taxi, Broward Center, The Galleria, Sawgrass Mall, Whole Foods, Las Olas, the beach and of course the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Thanks so much.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Judy & Wayne, Sheldon & Krystal (Canada)
- Date of stay 09/18/11
- Review Submitted 10/08/11
Ralph & Judy, We loved your place and really appreciate all the extra litlle things that you did to make our stay special. The location was so convenient to so many attractions and your binder was so informative. We look forward to seeing you again the next time we are in Fort Lauderdale as we will be sure to check in to see if your condo is available. thanks again for the wonderful hopitality.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Rachelle, Trent & Marissa - the Bahamas
- Date of stay 08/14/11
- Review Submitted 09/10/11
Ralph & Judy, Thanks for everything! You are very thoughtful. Condo was perfect & close enough to the Swimming Hall of Fame for my kid’s camp. We'll be back next year.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Steph & Mike - Egg Harbor Twp., N.J.
- Date of stay 05/05/11
- Review Submitted 09/10/11
Ralph and Judy, What a pleasure to stay here! (Been to a lot) one of the best. Hubby and I really enjoyed the view on balcony... of course with tails in hand. Everywhere we looked there were more things that made us feel at home. The welcome frame (with our names) was great! Can't find that at any resort. We will stay in touch.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
Rates
Apr 16, 2012 - Nov 30, 2012: $200/night, $1400/wk, $4800/mo, 7 night min. Pre-Winter: Dec 1 - Dec. 7, 2012: $250/night, 7 night min Holiday rate: Dec 8, 2012 - Jan.2, 2013: $300/night, 1 week min Winter: January 3 - Apr 15, 2013: $250/night, $6000/mo, 30 day min 'LAST MINUTE SPECIAL' Save 25% on bookings for dates less than 30 days out.* *The 30 days just has to include the first day. What could be better. There is a 5% County tax, a $150 cleaning fee, and a $300 security deposit. We invoice thru PayPal or you can pay us directly with your credit card.
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Owner info
Year Purchased: 2004
About the owner: Here Ralph and Judy are relaxing 16 floors up on the balcony of their Penthouse Condo. (Note that you can blow-up the map below, use the + button. That will help you better see where we are located and the surrounding attractions. Also you can click on each balloon marker to get more information.)
Why the Owner Chose Downtown:
After retiring from Motorola after 40 years as an engineer in their Research Department we wanted to buy a place we could go to getaway. We fell in love with the Esplanade Condo as the perfect hideaway. It is only 30 minutes from our home in Coral Springs but a "world away".
The Unique Benefits at this Condo:
It is located in the heart of Downtown Ft. Lauderdale in their cultural, entertainment district and only minutes from the famous Las Olas shopping area. When not rented we come here to relax and watch the boat traffic on the river below our balcony. (In December the world famous Ft. Lauderale Christmas Boat Parade passes directly below.) Why don't you come and join us?
Contact us
- Primary: (954) 341-6812 (Florida, USA)
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Photos
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What a view! We're on the top facing the river.
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The living room with its 50" HDTV and Blu-ray player
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The master bath with its spa tub and glass enclosed shower.
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The pool deck, the heated spa is in the back.
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Dining room seats 4 (expands to 6). Kitchen is behind.
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Enjoy a game of tennis on our 2 courts. We provide the rackets - you the talent!
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You know you have arrived at someplace special - off to the Penthouse.
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The Jungle Queen Riverboat as it passes under our balcony.
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Looking down at the river and the Broward Center
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Great aerial view of building at 'Sailboat Bend'.
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As the signs says: 'Another Day In Paradise'
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The den's desk, printer, 42' plasma TV and sofa bed.
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The living room with 2 sofas and a recliner.
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Have breakfast on the patio and enjoy the view.
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It's time to work off all that good food.
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The City view at night from our balcony.
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(954) 341-6812 (Florida, USA)