Most luxury condos try to feel like houses.
This one skips the comparison entirely.
Because at nearly 12,000 square feet spread across three levels, Villa Eterna Mare isn’t pretending to be a house. It is one.
It just happens to sit inside one of South Florida’s most exclusive oceanfront addresses.
Located within The Estates at Acqualina in Sunny Isles Beach, the residence has entered the market for $59.5 million represented by Chad Carroll of The Chad Carroll Group at Compass.
And if the square footage alone doesn’t grab your attention, the details probably will.
Three kitchens. Five fireplaces. A four-car climate-controlled gallery garage. A private pool overlooking the Atlantic. And a lobby designed by Karl Lagerfeld himself.
The Estates at Acqualina has become a destination unto itself
Before even stepping inside the residence, it’s worth understanding the building.
Because The Estates at Acqualina isn’t simply a condominium tower.
It’s closer to a luxury resort that happens to contain private residences.
The development has become one of South Florida’s most recognizable ultra-luxury addresses, attracting buyers looking for privacy, service, and amenities that rival the world’s finest hotels.
Karl Lagerfeld designed the lobby
Yes, that Karl Lagerfeld.
The late fashion icon left his mark on the property by designing the building’s lobby, immediately setting a tone that feels more couture than conventional.
It’s not every day a residential building gets to claim that distinction.
The amenities sound almost fictional
Most luxury buildings stop at a fitness center and pool.
Not here.
Residents have access to private restaurants, a bowling alley, an ice skating rink, golf simulators, racing simulators, children’s play areas, teen lounges, and full beach and pool service.
At some point, the amenities list starts sounding less like a condo and more like a luxury cruise ship permanently anchored on the Atlantic.
Then there’s Villa Eterna Mare
And somehow, the residence itself still manages to steal the spotlight.
Nearly 12,000 square feet spread across three levels
The home spans approximately 11,900 square feet across three distinct floors.
That’s larger than many standalone mansions.
And unlike most condos, the layout creates genuine separation between entertaining spaces, family areas, and private retreats.
Walls of glass frame the Atlantic
Throughout the residence, floor-to-ceiling glass captures uninterrupted ocean views.
The Atlantic becomes a constant backdrop, visible from nearly every major room.
It’s difficult to overstate the effect.
The ocean isn’t merely outside the home.
It feels woven into it.
A spiral staircase connects all three levels
One of the home’s most dramatic features is a sculptural spiral staircase rising through the residence.
It’s the kind of architectural centerpiece that immediately becomes a conversation starter.
Not that visitors will be short on conversation topics.
There are three kitchens
Yes, three.
And each serves a different purpose.
Two kitchens are equipped with gas ranges. Already unusual in a luxury condominium, two of the kitchens feature gas cooking. For serious home chefs, that’s a meaningful distinction.
Then there’s a dedicated catering kitchen outfitted with restaurant-grade equipment and even a pizza oven.
Because apparently one kitchen wasn’t enough.
The great room was designed for entertaining
The main living space stretches toward the ocean through expansive walls of glass.
A gas fireplace adds warmth and intimacy while custom millwork and built-in features elevate the room beyond typical contemporary minimalism.
The second level belongs to family and guests
While the first floor focuses on gathering, the second level shifts toward everyday living.
Four bedroom suites occupy the middle floor
Four en-suite bedrooms line the second level, each benefiting from natural light, generous closets, and water views.
No one gets the “bad bedroom” here.
A dedicated family lounge creates another gathering space
Rather than forcing everyone into the formal living areas, the floor includes its own lounge and wet bar.
It’s easy to imagine this becoming one of the most-used spaces in the home.
The entire top level belongs to the primary suite
Most luxury homes dedicate a wing to the primary suite.
Villa Eterna Mare dedicates an entire floor.
The primary level spans approximately 2,768 square feet.
That’s larger than many luxury condominiums by itself.
Featuring a 700-square-foot dressing room
The larger dressing room spans approximately 700 square feet.
To put that into perspective, it’s larger than many Manhattan apartments.
The space was designed less like a closet and more like a private boutique.
Custom cabinetry, display areas, and dedicated wardrobe storage create an environment that feels curated rather than merely functional.
The balcony feels suspended above the beach
A private oceanfront terrace extends directly from the suite, creating an elevated outdoor retreat high above the shoreline.
A private pool overlooks the ocean
Not many condominiums offer a private pool attached directly to the residence.
This one does.
The summer kitchen keeps entertaining outside
A fully equipped outdoor kitchen makes it easy to spend entire afternoons and evenings on the terrace without ever needing to retreat indoors.
Direct beach access completes the package
The connection to the shoreline is immediate.
Step outside.
Walk to the sand.
It’s that simple.
Technology runs quietly in the background
The home incorporates integrated smart-home controls governing lighting, sound, climate, security, and window treatments.
Everything is designed to operate seamlessly rather than demand attention.
One particularly unusual feature is a dedicated IT room with private service access.
It’s the kind of infrastructure typically associated with large private estates rather than condominium residences.
A mansion disguised as a condominium
What ultimately makes Villa Eterna Mare fascinating isn’t any single amenity. It’s the sheer scale of the ambition.
Three levels. Three kitchens. Five fireplaces. A 700-square-foot closet. A private pool. A four-car gallery garage. And an entire floor devoted to the primary suite.
Most luxury condos try to blur the line between apartment and mansion. Villa Eterna Mare erased it completely.
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