Your day begins in a spacious home at 1809 Coral Gardens Drive in Wilton Manors. With seven bedrooms, four baths, and 3,669 square feet of living space, this 1957-built residence offers ample room. A private pool awaits just outside, ready for a morning swim or a quiet moment before the day truly unfolds.
The weekday rhythm is set by convenience. A short five-minute drive takes you to Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Beach for a quick breath of sea air. Downtown Fort Lauderdale and Las Olas are just six minutes away, as is the Brightline Fort Lauderdale Station, offering easy travel connections. Even Downtown Pompano Beach is within a nine-minute drive, keeping your destinations close.
Evenings offer a variety of dining experiences. You might find yourself on Las Olas Boulevard's restaurant row, enjoying sidewalk tables and a selection of steakhouses, sushi, and Italian cuisine. For a refined taste of Tuscany, Casa D'Angelo Ristorante by Chef Angelo Elia is known for its handmade pasta. Alternatively, Timpano Italian Chophouse provides a supper-club atmosphere with live entertainment on weekend nights.
For a dose of culture, NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale presents modern and contemporary shows, often quieter on weekday mornings. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts hosts touring Broadway shows, symphony performances, and comedy acts. Keep an eye out for the Las Olas Art Fair and seasonal street shows, which transform the boulevard into an outdoor gallery several weekends from November to March.
Embrace the outdoors with ease. Fort Lauderdale Beach and its A1A promenade offer two miles of lifeguarded sand, perfect for a walk along the wave wall or a bike ride. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park provides 180 acres of natural hammock, a lagoon for kayaking, and a tunnel offering shaded access to the beach. The Riverwalk invites you to stroll along the New River, or catch the water taxi to explore downtown, Las Olas, and the beach.
Weekends are filled with exploration and activity. The Museum of Discovery and Science offers engaging exhibits for all ages, including the impressive AutoNation IMAX Theater. For thrills, Xtreme Action Park features indoor go-karts, a roller rink, bowling, and a ropes course. Sky Zone Trampoline Park provides wall-to-wall trampolines and foam pits for active fun. Meanwhile, The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale and the Las Olas Boulevard Shopping District offer a range of retail therapy, and the Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale Antique Car & Farmers Market presents unique finds. Cultural pursuits continue with the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, the Las Olas Art Fair, the FAT Village Arts Distri
This home offers a unique South Florida lifestyle. Simon Gedz has been connecting people with their ideal properties since 1995. He would be delighted to provide a private tour and share more about what makes 1809 Coral Gardens Drive a remarkable place to live.