Auberge Opens Its First Residential Resort: Auberge Beach Residences & Spa In Fort Lauderdale

Auberge Beach Residences & Spa Fort Lauderdale, a new luxury residential development, has opened in South Florida. It is the first entirely residential project for Auberge, the hospitality brand known for its Michelin-starred Auberge du Soleil in California’s Napa Valley.

Located on the former site of the Ireland’s Inn Beach Resort, the development, which is 4.2 acres in size, is comprised of 171 units with 450 linear feet of beachfront access to the Atlantic Ocean. A 22-story South structure features 114 units while a 17-story North structure boasts a gracefully curved façade of expansive cascading terraces and houses 57 larger residences.

The project was developed by The Fairwinds Group, which is helmed by Andy Mitchell, with an initial focus to redevelop his family’s Ireland’s Inn Beach Resort, which they have owned (along with the Ireland family) for five generations.

“Our vision (was) to build something spectacular on our family’s beachfront property,” says Mitchell. “Auberge Beach is an example of how thoughtful development can elevate the image of a city. Our partnership with The Related Group and Fortune International has delivered the finest resort-style residential destination ever built in Fort Lauderdale, perfectly fitting the area’s natural landscape.”

The development’s North Tower, which is already sold out, offers homes with spacious floor plans, Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, expansive ocean views and gourmet kitchens complete with Italian cabinetry and stone countertops. Some units have their own private pools. The South Tower is nearly sold out with few select residences remaining available for purchase.

“We set out to deliver an unmatched product that complements Fort Lauderdale’s relaxed beach atmosphere, while simultaneously providing a world-class portfolio of lifestyle amenities, all housed within a beautifully designed space,” says Jorge Pérez, Chairman and CEO of The Related Group, which is doing the sales and marketing for the project, in collaboration with Fortune International Group.  “There’s nothing else like it in Broward County.”

Internationally-recognized architecture firm Nichols, Brosch, Wurst, Wolf & Associates envisioned the two iconic light-filled glass towers to maximize the project’s beach setting and panoramic ocean views.

Interiors, which are by award-winning interior design firm, Meyer Davis, create an elevated urban beach escape by blending rich textures with organic materials that initiate a dialogue with the natural environment. Landscape architecture was designed by Enzo Enea. World-class art can be found through the common areas including Fernando Botero’s La Maternidad.

The luxury residential development offers two amenities that are open to the public, including a world-class spa and a restaurant. The restaurant, Dune, is the first East Coast restaurant from Auberge Resorts Collection. The indoor-outdoor restaurant and bar has a beach house feel, and offers waterfront dining on a stretch of beach. The restaurant is helmed by Executive Chef Edgar Beas, who oversaw the creation of  a distinctive menu focused on sustainable and local ingredients. The beverage program also pays homage to Auberge Resorts Collection’s Napa Valley origins with hand-selected wines from Northern California and offers signature cocktails crafted with house-made ingredients. Dune is open daily for lunch and dinner, and will soon offer brunch on Sundays.

The Spa at Auberge Beach is located in a 20,000-square-foot space and has 14 treatment rooms and three garden cabanas surrounded by lush landscaping, expansive outdoor terraces and fire pits. The spa offers an infrared sauna, hot steam room, cool deluge shower, and sound meditation room. A full-service beauty and wellness destination, The Spa at Auberge Beach provides a variety of aesthetic treatments, skincare products, and salon services.

“Providing five-star amenities that are accessible by the surrounding community without invading the privacy of our residents is an accomplishment that we’re proud of,” says Edgardo DeFortuna, President and CEO of Fortune International Group. “From the day they move in, residents will know that we’ve taken every measure to give them an upscale, yet casual living experience that mirrors the surrounding environment.”

There are plenty of amenities that are exclusive to residents, however, including the use of an extensive fitness and movement studio with more than 3,000-square-feet of space for strength, endurance and flexibility training. The facility offers professional-caliber equipment, including Cybex machines, kettlebells, ropes and a variety of accessories for functional movement training.  A movement studio and comprehensive schedule of classes in yoga, Pilates, tai-chi, barre and meditation along with priority access to a host of treatments, preferred bookings, and exclusive offerings are also available to residents.

Additional five-star amenities for residents include one of the world’s most advanced “aboutGolf” golf simulator, a children’s play room, fully-stocked wine cellar, club room complete with billiards and gaming tables. In addition, residents have access to a personalized concierge services, as well as 24/7 valet parking and security.

A limited selection of residences are currently available for purchase. The homes span from 1,500 to over 5,000-square-feet with pricing ranging from $1.5 million to $9 million. One home currently on the market—furnished by Steven G Interiors—is 3,365-square-feet in size and offers four full bathrooms, two half bathrooms and a family room with picturesque views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal waterway.

Related Realty handles exclusive sales and marketing in collaboration with Fortune International Group. For information, see www.aubergebeach.com.

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