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Fisher Island

Florida · United States

11 story sections

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  1. 1Fisher Island

    Welcome to a realm of unparalleled exclusivity, floating quietly just three miles off the coast of mainland Miami. You are about to embark on an analytical journey through Fisher Island, statistically recorded as the wealthiest…

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  2. 2The Ferry Terminal and Security Checkpoint

    As you disembark from the vessel and step foot onto the pristine concrete of the Fisher Island Ferry Terminal, the first sensation that washes over you is a profound, almost startling silence. The chaotic mechanical symphony of…

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  3. 3The Deep-Water Surge-Proof Marinas

    As you proceed inward from the arrival terminal, the sharp scent of the ocean air mingles with the subtle, expensive aroma of varnished mahogany and marine fuel. You are now standing before one of the two deep-water, surge-proof…

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  4. 4The Historic Vanderbilt Mansion and Clubhouse

    Continuing your stroll through the immaculate grounds, you soon arrive at the architectural and social heart of the island. Before you stands the magnificent historic Vanderbilt Mansion, an imposing Mediterranean style estate…

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  5. 5The Bahamian Imported Sand Beach Club

    A short, scenic walk from the grand clubhouse brings you to the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, revealing one of the island's most astonishing engineered luxuries. This is the exclusive Fisher Island Beach Club, a serene stretch of…

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  6. 6Vanderbilt Park and the Championship Tennis Center

    Navigating away from the blinding white sands of the shoreline, we transition into the verdant, meticulously landscaped expanse of Vanderbilt Park. This lushly planted zone serves as the athletic nucleus of the island, catering…

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  7. 7The Par-Thirty-Five Championship Golf Course

    Continuing your journey across the island's interior, the dense tropical landscaping suddenly gives way to a breathtaking expanse of rolling, emerald green fairways. You have arrived at the Fisher Island Championship Golf Course,…

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  8. 8The Palazzo Della Luna Grounds and Sunset Pool

    We now transition from the island's established historical amenities into its most contemporary vision of ultra-luxury living. Before you rise the elegant, modern facades of Palazzo Della Luna, one of the newest and most…

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  9. 9The Fifty-Million-Dollar Penthouse Grand Salon

    Having explored the exterior grounds of Palazzo Della Luna, we now take the private, high-speed elevator to the absolute pinnacle of Fisher Island real estate. The doors glide open, depositing you directly into the foyer of the…

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  10. 10The Penthouse Rooftop Terrace and Private Pool

    From the grand salon of the penthouse, we ascend a private interior staircase, emerging into the blinding Florida sunlight and the refreshing ocean breeze. You have arrived at the crowning feature of this fifty-million-dollar…

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  11. 11Closing

    As our extensive walking tour concludes, we find ourselves back near the security terminal, waiting to board the ferry for the brief, seven-minute voyage back to the mainland. Looking back over your shoulder at the manicured palm…

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What is Fisher Island?

Fisher Island is a place in Florida · United States with 11 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationFlorida · United States
TypeHeritage
Story sections11
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates25.7614, -80.1400
Last updated

Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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